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.

Qualifications:

• 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 21 years of age.