PRISON COUNSELOR 9 -P11
$52,499 - $72,405/Yr
Resource Specialist 13 (Environmental Monitoring Specialist) - Jackson, MI
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Remote - Jackson, MI
1,001-5,000 employees
About the position
The Prison Counselor position functions as a professional counselor within a prison housing area, responsible for case work and assisting prisoners with inquiries. The role involves evaluating prisoners' behavior and progress in treatment programs, while collaborating with the Housing Unit Administrative Team and corrections officers to manage housing unit operations effectively.
Responsibilities
- Assist prisoners with questions and act as a resource person for the prisoner population.
- Evaluate prisoners' behavior to determine progress in treatment programs.
- Collaborate with the Housing Unit Administrative Team, including the RUM, Sergeants, and Housing Unit Corrections Officers.
- Complete various functions related to case work within the prison housing area.
Requirements
- Possession of a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, psychology, social work, or related fields.
- For Prison Counselor 10: One year of professional experience providing prison counseling services equivalent to a Prison Counselor 9.
- For Prison Counselor P11: Two years of professional experience providing prison counseling services, including one year equivalent to a Prison Counselor 10.
- Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major and one year of Department of Corrections' experience may be considered.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in public health is preferred.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
