Corrections Counselor 2 - SCI Smithfield

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Huntingdon (Huntingdon County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Corrections, SCI Smithfield, is seeking a Corrections Counselor 2 to guide inmates through counseling, casework, and re-entry planning. You will work with individuals to manage concerns, build skills, and create productive re‑entry plans, supporting positive behavior and decision-making within the facility.

This full-time role emphasizes collaboration with staff and internal units to promote growth, accountability, and long-term success, located in

Qualifications

• Requires Corrections Counselor 1 training or equivalent in corrections.
• Bachelor's degree with 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or related field.
• One year of professional counseling or casework experience in a correctional facility, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Responsibilities

• Interview inmates and provide guidance and referrals.
• Develop records, prepare reports, manage caseload information, and communicate with families, agencies, and staff.
• Analyze tests, histories, and evaluations and maintain documentation for sentencing and re-entry planning.
• Plan programming with the Unit Team to support behavioral goals and participate in staffing discussions.
• Assist with parole planning and secure identification and resources for release.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Case management

Education

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

Job description

Salary

$64,574.00 - $98,144.00 Annually

Location

Huntingdon County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-58202-47540

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR SMI Trmt Svcs

Opening Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

9/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

47540

Position Number

50325835

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F4

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

00116450

Bureau / Division

SCI Smithfield / Treatment Services

Worksite Address

1120 Pike Street

City

Huntingdon, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16654

Contact Name

Yen Le

THE POSITION

As a Corrections Counselor 2 with the Department of Corrections (DOC), you will help lead inmates through important steps that support growth and responsibility. You will work with individuals as they manage concerns, build new skills, and make plans for productive re‑entry. This position allows you to use your talents to boost positive behavior, improve decision‑making, and support strong partnerships inside the institution. Join the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield and contribute to a team that is dedicated to guidance, progress, and long‑term success.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Corrections Counselors provide structured counseling and casework services that support inmate adjustment, behavioral change, and successful re‑entry planning. This position requires careful evaluation, strong communication, and coordination with staff and outside agencies. As a Corrections Counselor 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Inmate Counseling: Interview inmates, offer guidance, provide referrals, and support positive adjustment within the institution and community
• Case Management: Develop records, prepare reports, manage caseload information, and communicate with families, agencies, and staff
• Assessment Review: Analyze tests, compile histories, review evaluations, and maintain documentation for sentencing, planning, and re‑entry
• Treatment Coordination: Work with the Unit Team to plan programming, support behavioral goals, and participate in staffing discussions
• Parole Preparation: Assist with parole planning, recommend re‑entry services, and secure identification and resources for release

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 8:00 AM to 4:30 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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 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 Requirements:

• 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 Requirements:

• 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.