Reentry & Rehabilitation Specialist — Corrections

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Hazelton (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Bureau of Prisons is seeking Corrections professionals to foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Basic requirements include substantial coursework in behavioral or social sciences, or a combination of education and experience that provides the equivalent.

Graduate-level education in corrections or related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 24 semester hours of coursework in behavioral or social sciences.
• Combination of education and experience that includes 24 semester hours in behavioral sciences and knowledge equivalent to a 4-year degree.
• Graduate education in corrections or related field (e.g., criminal justice, sociology, psychology, counseling, social work).
• Specialized experience or education as described below, to meet the level of the position.

Responsibilities

• Experience in helping individuals develop skills for functional independence.
• Experience facilitating individual and group sessions for adults.
• Experience addressing the needs of individuals with Serious Mental Illness and functional impairment.

Education

24 semester hours in behavioral or social sciences

Graduate education leading to Ph.D. in corrections or related field

Job description

US Bureau of Prisons is seeking Corrections professionals to foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Basic requirements include substantial coursework in behavioral or social sciences, or a combination of education and experience that provides the equivalent.

Graduate-level education in corrections or related fields is preferred.