Correctional Advisor

Johnson County Kansas • New Century, KS

392d • $48,214 - $65,250

About The Position

The Correctional Advisor position at Johnson County's Adult Residential Center is a full-time role focused on supporting adult offenders in a minimum security correctional facility. The role emphasizes building healthy relationships with clients, modeling prosocial behavior, and facilitating behavior change through evidence-based practices. Correctional Advisors are direct care staff who engage with clients to help them reintegrate into the community by providing support in areas such as substance abuse treatment, mental health services, and life skills development. This position requires adaptability, teamwork, and the ability to manage emotions in a challenging environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Successful completion of a criminal history check.
• Pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen and physical ability test.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Behavioral Sciences, or related fields.
• Previous corrections or criminal justice related experience.

Responsibilities

• Support all functions within the Adult Residential Center (ARC).
• Interact continually with clients from various backgrounds with criminal records.
• Establish a stable foundation for re-entry back into the community.
• Build healthy relationships and serve as a role-model for appropriate prosocial behavior.
• Teach and model basic expectations and provide frequent positive reinforcement.
• Seek opportunities to teach new behaviors, coping skills, de-escalation techniques, and emotion regulation.
• Conduct routine personal and physical plant searches to maintain a secure and clean working environment.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED