Corrections Counselor 1 - SCI Greene

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Waynesburg (Greene County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Corrections Counselor 1 at SCI Greene in Greene County. The role focuses on counseling inmates, coordinating casework, and planning reentry strategies to support successful community reintegration.

The position offers Civil Service permanent full-time employment with daytime hours, regular pay, and opportunities to develop counseling and case management skills within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field
• A bachelor's degree including 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits

Responsibilities

• Inmate Counseling: Meet with inmates to support adjustment, resolve concerns, and encourage positive progress
• Case Management: Maintain records, share information with staff, and coordinate communication with families and agencies
• Assessment Review: Evaluate test results and histories to determine programming needs and document progress
• Treatment Coordination: Work with multidisciplinary teams to align programs, activities, and behavioral expectations
• Reentry Planning: Prepare parole reports, assist with identification needs, and support community reintegration opportunities

Education

Bachelor's degree with 18 credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, or related field

Equivalent combination of experience and training with 18 credits in related fields

Job description

Position Summary

Are you looking to begin a rewarding career in counseling and casework? If so, join the Department of Corrections as a Corrections Counselor 1! This role gives you the opportunity to guide positive change in the lives of inmates at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Greene. You will help individuals overcome challenges and prepare for successful re‑entry into the community. Apply today to grow your skills while helping others do the same.

Salary

$56,541.00 - $86,022.00 Annually

Location

Greene County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Opening and Closing Dates

Open: 10/14/2026. Close: 10/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Position Number

CS-2026-60612-47530

00204174

47530

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR GRN Trmt Svcs

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00113650

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Greene

Worksite Address

169 Progress Drive, Waynesburg, Pennsylvania 15370

Contact Information

Trisha Pratt; 717.317.5339; [e-mail]

Job Duties

• Inmate Counseling: Meet with inmates to support adjustment, resolve concerns, and encourage positive progress
• Case Management: Maintain records, share information with staff, and coordinate communication with families and agencies
• Assessment Review: Evaluate test results and histories to determine programming needs and document progress
• Treatment Coordination: Work with multidisciplinary teams to align programs, activities, and behavioral expectations
• Reentry Planning: Prepare parole reports, assist with identification needs, and support community reintegration opportunities

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $56,541 (before taxes)
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; or
• A bachelor's degree including 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits

Special Requirements

• All employees must obtain Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certification within two months of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this job

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines
• You must be able to perform essential job functions

Legal Requirements

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals)

Examination Information

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam)
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved
  • you may be disqualified
• You may only apply/test once for this posting
• Your results will be provided via email

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.