Corrections Substance Abuse Treatment Specialist

Federal Bureau of Prisons; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Prisons seeks corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the basic requirements, including graduate education or equivalent experience in behavioral or social sciences, and specialized experience in treatment and corrections settings.

Qualifications

• Experience in casework in correctional or criminal justice settings.
• Counseling experience with diagnostic or treatment planning skills.
• Graduate education in corrections or related fields is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide multi-session presentations to groups.
• Prepare reports by analyzing data from multiple sources.
• Provide group and individual substance abuse treatment services in a correctional population.
• Develop discharge reports and follow-up treatment for inmates releasing to the community.

Skills

Casework

Counseling

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree or graduate degree in corrections/related field

Graduate education leading to Ph.D. or equivalent for GS-11

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Prisons seeks corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the basic requirements, including graduate education or equivalent experience in behavioral or social sciences, and specialized experience in treatment and corrections settings.