Corrections Counselor 2 - SCI Greene

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Waynesburg (Greene County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Corrections Counselor 2 at the State Correctional Institution at Greene in Waynesburg, PA. The role focuses on counseling inmates, developing reintegration plans, and coordinating services to support community re-entry.

The position requires completion of the Corrections Counselor 1 training or equivalent experience, with related education and a strong emphasis on case management and risk assessment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the Corrections Counselor 1 training program; or
• One year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility, and a bachelor’s degree including 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Inmate Counseling: Interview inmates, offer guidance on adjustment, support conflict resolution, and provide referrals for social, educational, and vocational growth
• Caseload Management: Develop and maintain records, communicate with families and agencies, and coordinate information for case planning and reintegration
• Assessment Review: Analyze tests, compile histories, and document evaluations to determine programming, risk levels, and treatment needs
• Treatment Coordination: Work with multidisciplinary staff to align programming, counseling, activities, and expectations that support behavioral change
• Parole Preparation: Assist with re-entry planning, secure identification documents, and prepare reports and recommendations for parole review

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Assessment

Parole preparation

Education

Corrections Counselor 1 training program

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

Equivalent combination of experience and training

Job description

Salary: $64,574.00 - $98,144.00 Annually

Location: Greene County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number: CS-2026-56368-47540

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: CR GRN Trmt Svcs

Opening Date: 08/14/2026

Closing Date: 8/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code: 47540

Position Number: 00253516

Union: SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit: F4

Pay Group: ST07

Bureau / Division Code: 00113650

Bureau / Division: State Correctional Institution at Greene

Worksite Address: 169 Progress Drive

City: Waynesburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code: 15370

Contact Name: Trisha Pratt

Contact Phone: [phone]

Contact Email: [e-mail]

THE POSITION

Are you ready to help others move forward in a positive direction? The Corrections Counselor 2 position with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Greene offers an opportunity to support individuals who are working to improve their lives. This role allows you to help inmates develop skills, address challenges, and prepare for a successful return to the community. You will make a positive impact every day by guiding others through meaningful change.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position provides counseling, casework, and support to inmates who are adjusting to the correctional environment and preparing for community re-entry. As a Corrections Counselor 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Inmate Counseling: Interview inmates, offer guidance on adjustment, support conflict resolution, and provide referrals for social, educational, and vocational growth
• Caseload Management: Develop and maintain records, communicate with families and agencies, and coordinate information for case planning and reintegration
• Assessment Review: Analyze tests, compile histories, and document evaluations to determine programming, risk levels, and treatment needs
• Treatment Coordination: Work with multidisciplinary staff to align programming, counseling, activities, and expectations that support behavioral change
• Parole Preparation: Assist with re-entry planning, secure identification documents, and prepare reports and recommendations for parole review

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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 $64,574.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of the Corrections Counselor 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) training program; or
• One year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility, and 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 one year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility and 18 college credits in any combination of sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.

Special Requirement:

• You 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 Requirement:

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

Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered.

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).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

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.