CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR I

CA Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation; California; On-site; USD 81,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) in Vacaville, Solano County, seeks a Correctional Counselor I. The role performs initial classification and program evaluations for incarcerated individuals, affirms Behavioral Credit changes, and provides general casework services under supervision.

Responsibilities may include custody duties in emergencies, adherence to Use of Force Policy, and maintaining security of work areas.

Qualifications

• Initial classification and program evaluations for incarcerated persons.
• Adherence to the Department Operations Manual (DOM).
• Ability to supervise incarcerated persons during emergencies and perform custodial duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Initial classification and subsequent program evaluations for incarcerated persons.
• Affirm loss and restoration of Behavioral Credits and provide general casework services.
• Maintain security, prevent escapes and ensure safety in work areas; follow Use of Force Policy.

Job description

Job Description And Duties

Under the general supervision of the Correctional Counselor II (Supervisor), the Correctional Counselor I duties include initial classification and subsequent program evaluations for incarcerated persons, affirm loss and restoration of Behavioral Credits and the provision of general casework services, per the Department Operations Manual (DOM). Responsibilities may extend to supervision of incarcerated persons and general custody duties in time of emergency, perform other custodial duties as required by proper authority, and adhere to Departmental Use of Force Policy. Prevents escapes and injury by incarcerated persons to themselves, others, or property; maintains security of working areas and work materials; inspects premises and searches of incarcerated persons for contraband such as weapons or illegal drugs. CCI’s are required to carry a whistle, PAD alarm and OC Pepper Spray at all times. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. This advertisement is for a Correctional Administrator, Department of Corrections, position Located at California Medical Facility in Vacaville, Solano County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 076-261-9645-xxx. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid mail address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR I

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-538351

Position #(s): 076-222-9904-XXX

Working Title: CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR I

Classification: CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR I

$7,278.00 - $8,726.00 A

$8,809.00 - $10,572.00 B

$7,642.00 - $9,162.00 J

$9,249.00 - $11,101.00 K

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Solano County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Vision

We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.

Mission

To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.

Commitment

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) are committed to building an inclusive and culturally diverse workplace. We are determined to attract and hire more candidates from diverse communities and empower all employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts to increase representation at all levels of the Department.

CDCR/CCHCS strive to collaborate with the community to enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs. Incumbents establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the department, other governmental agencies, health care partners, and communities.

CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.

CMF/ Custody / Counseling

Founded in 1885, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) is one of the nation’s largest and most diverse correctional departments in the country. We are dedicated to enhancing public safety through the safe and secure incarceration of individuals in our care, by providing effective parole supervision, and implementing rehabilitative strategies for their successful reintegration into our communities.

Special Requirements

Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver's license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

Candidates new to CDCR are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter.

Please note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check their email inbox, to include junk emails, for any correspondences regarding their application status.

Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES – National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.

CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov.

This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, www.calhr.ca.gov., and the CalPERS website, www.calpers.ca.gov.

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees' Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at www.calhr.ca.gov/employees/pages/salary-and-benefits.aspx.

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Training/Pages/performance-management-merit-system-principles.aspx.

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary website at https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx.

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:

Melanie McClellan

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

EEO Coordinator

[phone] ext: 6525

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Statement of Qualification

A Statement of Qualification (SOQ) is a required document and must be completed according to the specifications outlined below.

The SOQ shall provide specific responses to the following:

• A primary responsibility of a Correctional Counselor I is evaluating incarcerated individuals for housing, program placement, and parole suitability. Please describe your experience in conducting interviews, auditing complex files/records, and synthesizing extensive information into clear, actionable reports. How does your experience prepare you to make objective classification recommendations?

The SOQ must be numbered, in order and address each question above. The SOQ should be typed, Arial 12-point font, no more than two pages in length and include your name in the upper left hand corner.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Drug-Free Workplace

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant