Cognitive Counselor; Community Corrections): P&P District Staunton #P1245

Title: Cognitive Counselor (Community Corrections): P&P District #12 Staunton #P1245

State Role

Title:

Counselor II

Hiring Range: $47,721.00 - $73,751.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Staunton P&P

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

To provide evidence based cognitive-behavioral programs to address key criminogenic needs of inmates on supervision in the community to reduce their recidivism and support inmates becoming law abiding citizens and fully engaged in the legitimate economy.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of the principles and techniques of rehabilitative counseling; of casework and treatment methods, motivational interviewing and intervention techniques.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices principals and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict, role model pro-social values and responsible behavior, to manage clinical boundaries, and documenting inmate treatment progress.
• Ability to utilize EPICS skills in community settings.
• Skills and ability to facilitate evidence based cognitive behavioral programs and peer support groups.
• Ability to work both independently and as a key part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to be a leader for others and to practice dialogue skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work.

• Experience working with inmates in correctional settings including community corrections, reentry, pre-release and/or prison.
• Experience delivering evidence based cognitive-behavioral programs to inmates in a group setting.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with course work in social work, rehabilitative counseling or related human services field.
• Master’s degree in human services field.
• EPICS training and demonstrated skill competence.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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