Correctional Treatment Specialist (Special Population Program Coordinator)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System is seeking a Correctional Treatment Specialist (Special Population Program Coordinator) at a federal correctional facility. The role focuses on providing targeted clinical psychological services to inmates, including group and individual counseling, with emphasis on special population needs and reentry planning in coordination with probation offices.

As with all correctional staff, incumbent shares responsibility for maintaining institutional security.

Qualifications

• Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at time of application and must include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded.
• All academic degrees and coursework must be from a regionally accredited or pre-accredited institution as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Foreign Education: refer to the Department of Education guidance for foreign qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive clinical psychological services to inmates who are members of a special population.
• Provides group and individual counseling to inmates who are members of a targeted special population.
• Assist in community/reentry planning to address special population needs and coordinate with probation offices as needed.
• Maintain security responsibilities as part of correctional institution staff.

Job description

Correctional Treatment Specialist (Special Population Program Coordinator)

• Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Functions as a Special Population Program Coordinator within the secure confines of a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) federal correctional facility Provides comprehensive clinical psychological services to inmates who are members of a special population in an effort to help inmates address issues specific to the special population of which they are a member. Performs duties consistent with the identified target population.

Provides group and individual counseling to inmates who are members of a targeted special population. Assist in community/reentry planning to address special population needs which may include residential reentry center placement, community treatment services, hospital placements, street releases or coordinating with the United States Probation Office.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S.

Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $83482 – $108533/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-03.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.