Prison Employment & Education Counselor

State of Michigan; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan is seeking an Employment Counselor to support workforce development, guidance, and counseling for prisoners, with follow-up after parole to collect data and assist in placement into employment and post-secondary opportunities.

The role reports to the School Principal and the Education Manager, with responsibilities spanning coordination with FOA and other agencies and ensuring successful placement outcomes for offenders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or a major in guidance and counseling, sociology, psychology, or social work.
• One year of professional experience counseling and placing individuals seeking employment or postsecondary education is required for some levels.
• Two years of professional experience counseling and placing individuals seeking employment or postsecondary education is required for higher levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide workforce development guidance and counseling to prisoners.
• Assist with placement into employment or post-secondary opportunities and coordinate with FOA and other agencies.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

State of Michigan is seeking an Employment Counselor to support workforce development, guidance, and counseling for prisoners, with follow-up after parole to collect data and assist in placement into employment and post-secondary opportunities.

The role reports to the School Principal and the Education Manager, with responsibilities spanning coordination with FOA and other agencies and ensuring successful placement outcomes for offenders.