Detention Counselor

CoreCivic; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A correctional services company located in Virginia is seeking a Detention Counselor to manage daily inmate problems and resolve grievances. Responsibilities include maintaining daily inmate interactions and developing cooperative relationships with institutional departments. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and two years of relevant security experience. This is an on-site position offering a chance to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Two years of security experience in a criminal justice field, preferably including one year in a supervisory capacity.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age 18 years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of inmates to resolve daily living issues.
• Conduct daily rounds through units and observe operations.
• Hold one-on-one meetings with inmates regarding grievances.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Communication

Observation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Detention Counselor role at CoreCivic.

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Detention Counselor who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Detention Counselor is a uniformed, security trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents or grievances. They will ensure that services and programs are delivered to inmates assigned to the unit at a time and manner as designed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of inmates with the primary purpose of resolving daily living issues before they expand into significant incidents.
• Make daily rounds through assigned units, talking with staff and inmates, observing operations and interactions to ensure the unit is operating safely and securely and to anticipate situations.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with inmates regarding grievance or potential grievance matters and resolve the situation within policy.
• Develop an interactive working relationship with inmates that supports informal resolution of inmate issues.
• Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with institution departments built on respect that supports problem solving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
• Two years of security experience in a criminal justice field, preferably including one year in a supervisory capacity.
• Additional education may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum age 18 years.

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EEO – including Disability/Veteran.