Corrections Counselor - SCI Albion

Overview

The State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Albion is looking for a Corrections Counselor 1 who is motivated to inspire change. In this role, you help inmates build confidence, learn new abilities, and prepare for future success. Your efforts contribute to a safe and supportive correctional environment and help others move forward.

• Interview inmates to support their adjustment and encourage positive problem‑solving.
• Develop and maintain case records and documentation to manage caseloads.
• Analyze assessment results and compile histories to support programming decisions.
• Coordinate with staff across disciplines to align treatment plans and objectives.
• Assist with parole preparation and help secure identification and community resources.

• Full‑time employment, 40 hours per week.
• Work hours:
  
  7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30‑minute lunch.
• Telework is not available for this position.
• Starting salary may be non‑negotiable.

• Minimum of 3.5 years as a corrections officer, or a bachelor’s degree with 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience and training that includes 18 college credits in a related field is acceptable.
• Education may be considered met once within 3 months of graduation.

• Obtain Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certification within two months of employment and maintain certification while employed.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Meet Pennsylvania residency requirements.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

• Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs. For more information, visit the state employment website and click on Veterans.

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