Correctional Counselor — Reentry & Inmate Programs

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Waymart (Wayne County); On-site; USD 77,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Correctional Counselor at Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System delivers counseling programs within the unit to address inmate needs, including individual and group sessions. Interviewing newly admitted inmates occurs during intake to support proper classification and care.

Additionally, the role supports security through extensive inmate contact and serves as the unit expert on inmate property and trust fund activities, contributing to overall institution safety.

Qualifications

• Experience providing counseling to inmates.
• Ability to interview newly admitted inmates during intake.
• Knowledge of unit security procedures and inmate interactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs within the unit to meet inmate needs (individual and group counseling).
• Interview newly admitted inmates as part of the intake process.
• Maintain and enhance security of the unit through extensive inmate contacts.
• Coordinate on inmate personal property and trust fund activities.

Skills

Counseling

Inmate interviews

Security

Property management

Trust fund

Job description

The Correctional Counselor at Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System delivers counseling programs within the unit to address inmate needs, including individual and group sessions. Interviewing newly admitted inmates occurs during intake to support proper classification and care.

Additionally, the role supports security through extensive inmate contact and serves as the unit expert on inmate property and trust fund activities, contributing to overall institution safety.