Correctional Counselor

Company: CoreCivic
Location: Olney Springs
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people! CoreCivic is currently seeking a Correctional Counselor who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. - -Who We Are: -CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of high-quality, security corrections and detention management services, providing effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare individuals for success after release. -Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with more than 70 secured facilities nationwide, CoreCivic security employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. - -What We Have:

• More than just a job but the start of a successful career!
• Supportive environment where employee growth is promoted.
• Comprehensive benefits package & competitive wages.
• PTO & paid holidays.
• Paid job training & other great incentives. -What You Get To Do:Change the lives of those in your care! Perform routine duties of a Correctional Counselor is a uniformed, security trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents or grievances.
  • Perform routine duties of a Correctional Counselor is a uniformed, security trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents or grievances.
  • Ensure that services and programs are delivered to inmates assigned to the unit at a time and manner as designed.
  • Maintain a caseload of inmates with the primary purpose of resolving daily living issues before they expand into significant incidents.
  • Make daily rounds through assigned units talking with staff and inmates, observing operations and interactions between staff and inmates in the unit, ensuring the unit is operating in a safe and secure manner and anticipates situations.
  • Conduct one-on-one meetings with inmates regarding grievance or potential grievance matters and resolve the situation within the framework of policy.This position has a pay rate of $24.61 JOB.DESCRIPTIONThis -position is a Pay Grade -JOB.OU.GRADE.TITLEJOB.MINIMUM.QUALIFICATIONSCoreCivic is proud to offer our employees opportunities for growth and advancement. We hope that you have a long and successful career with us. The keys to success are in your hands.We are currently seeking a -Correctional -Counselor -who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. What You Get To Do:Change the lives of those in your care! Perform routine duties of a Correctional Counselor is a uniformed, security trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents or grievances.
    • Perform routine duties of a Correctional Counselor is a uniformed, security trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents or grievances.
    • Ensure that services and programs are delivered to inmates assigned to the unit at a time and manner as designed.
    • Maintain a caseload of inmates with the primary purpose of resolving daily living issues before they expand into significant incidents.
    • Make daily rounds through assigned units talking with staff and inmates, observing operations and interactions between staff and inmates in the unit, ensuring the unit is operating in a safe and secure manner and anticipates situations.
    • Conduct one-on-one meetings with inmates regarding grievance or potential grievance matters and resolve the situation within the framework of policy.Tips on Completing Your Application:
      • Include all relevant work experience and dates you held a position.
      • Ensure you meet all the requirements in the qualifications section.
      • Ensure you meet the internal eligibility requirements for the type of position you are applying (see your Human Resources Department if you have questions).
      • Provide additional details and dates of any temporary or additional duties that could help you qualify. - - - - - - - - - - - -
      • Review your application completely before you submit. - - Once submitted, changes will not be accepted.This position has a pay rate of $24.61Qualifications:
        • High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent.
        • One year of correctional officer experience required; two or more years experience preferred.
        • Additional education may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis.
        • A valid driver's license is required.
        • Minimum Age Requirement: - Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE - including Disability/Veteran.

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