Casework Counselor: Lunenburg Correctional Center
Listed on 2026-07-02
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Social Work
Mental Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Health, Human Services/ Social Work -
Healthcare
Mental Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Community Health, Human Services/ Social Work
Location: Lunenburg
Casework Counselor:
Lunenburg Correctional Center #00400
Casework Counselor:
Lunenburg Correctional Center #00400
State Role
Title:
Counselor II
Hiring Range: $47,721.00 - $68,940.00
Pay Band: 4
Agency:
Dept of Corr - Central Admin
Location:
Lunenburg Correctional Center
Agency Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
Recruitment Type:
General Public - G
Job Duties
Position provides comprehensive case management services by ensuring all relevant classification paperwork is timely, accurate and complete. Ensures inmates are appropriately employed during their incarceration. The position focuses on adult inmate release planning and performing case management/counseling which includes classification. Promotes the development of self and staff through providing training. Acts as a role model by providing guidance/direction for inmates in a correctional facility, which enhances facility security and promotes long-term pro-social behaviors.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in counseling, rehabilitation, or casework management. Experience facilitating rehabilitative programs. Experience preparing reports. Working knowledge of principles and practices of counseling, of casework and treatment methods, of behavior modification, various intervention techniques and inmate restoration rehabilitation. Demonstrated ability to counsel and interact with inmates to develop, implement, and follow through on treatment plans and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Additional Considerations
Advance knowledge in Social Services, Counseling, Criminal Justice or other areas related to human services or equivalent combination of training and experience. Previous experience working in adult counseling or corrections. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel). Certification in a specialized area, such as Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, CSAC, Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider, CSOTP. Bi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge of evidence-based practices and experience facilitating staff and inmate programs.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note:
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022
- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
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