Counselor

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc; Norfolk (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

401k with company contribution

Discounts on services/entertainment

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc is seeking a full-time Counselor for the MCI-Norfolk facility. The role includes providing education to inmates, participating in team meetings, and accommodating flexible hours as needed.

Candidates should possess a BA/MA in relevant fields or equivalent experience, with DOC experience preferred. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions.

Qualifications

• BA/MA or 2 years equivalent experience in criminal justice, human services, education or closely related field required.
• DOC experience and/or Alcohol/Drug certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure inmates receive education in the assigned curriculum.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• Work more than 40 hours when required.

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Human services expertise

Educational skills

Team collaboration

Education

BA/MA in relevant field or equivalent experience

Job description

life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Massachusetts, Norfolk

May 16, 2026

Description

Location: MCI-Norfolk, Norfolk, MA

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Pay Rate: $26.92/hour ($56,000 annually)

• Health, dental, vision insurance, voluntary insurances
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401k with company contribution
• Discounts on wide array of services/entertainment

The Counselor is responsible for:

• Ensuring that all inmates are provided with education in the assigned curriculum approved by the Department of Correction and are responsible for written documentation in the case records.
• Participating in a multi-disciplinary team meeting on a weekly basis or as directed.
• Working the hours required to meet the business needs of the organization including the ability to work more than 40 hours in a work week which may include evening and weekend programming.

Qualifications

• BA/MA or 2 years equivalent experience in criminal justice, human services, education or closely related field required
• DOC experience and/or Alcohol/ Drug certification preferred