Inmate Support & Unit Safety Counselor

CoreCivic; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic in Natchez, Mississippi is seeking a Detention Counselor to work in an institutional, secure setting, providing high-quality care and maintaining safety. The position involves resolving daily inmate issues and ensuring services are delivered as designed.

The role includes daily rounds, one-on-one meetings with inmates, and collaboration with unit staff to maintain a safe and orderly environment within policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Two years of security experience in a criminal justice field, ideally with supervisory exposure.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum age: 18 years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of inmates and resolve daily living issues before they escalate.
• Make daily rounds through assigned units and monitor operations for safety and security.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with inmates regarding grievances and resolve them per policy.
• Develop interactive relationships with inmates to aid informal resolution of issues.
• Foster cooperative relationships with institution departments to support problem solving.

Skills

Security experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

CoreCivic in Natchez, Mississippi is seeking a Detention Counselor to work in an institutional, secure setting, providing high-quality care and maintaining safety. The position involves resolving daily inmate issues and ensuring services are delivered as designed.

The role includes daily rounds, one-on-one meetings with inmates, and collaboration with unit staff to maintain a safe and orderly environment within policy.