Correctional Counselor (Salem) Underfill/Entry Level Option

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Correctional Counselor (Underfill/Entry Level Option)

Oregon State Penitentiary (Salem)

Do you have experience working with clients to break down the barriers that are impeding positive change? If so, we are expanding our team and seeking an experienced professional case manager like you. This employment opportunity is with the Correctional Services division of the Oregon Department of Corrections (DOC), the Oregon State Penitentiary (OSP) in Salem, Oregon. The intent of this recruitment is to fill the vacancy with a fully qualified counselor position. However, there is an option to underfill with an entry-level counselor. All interested parties are encouraged to apply. This recruitment maybe used to fill future vacancies.

The Correctional Services division is responsible for carrying out the DOC mission to reduce the risk of future criminal conduct by those offenders who are either incarcerated or transitioning from prison back into the community and for those offenders on supervision in the community.

This position is represented by the Association of Oregon Corrections Employees (AOCE) labor union. This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

What will I be doing?

Primary duties of a Counselor set the stage and elicits motivation for change in each Adult in Custody (AIC) from the beginning of their incarceration. Counselors are responsible for conducting daily interviews and assessments on a one-on-one basis for all AICs in custody of the Oregon Department of Corrections. The Counselors conduct risk/needs assessments, file reviews, determine gate clearance, and custody classification that drive population management.

Minimum Qualifications

Your application materials will be reviewed to verify that you have:

Experience in any security series position in and of itself does not substitute for the required minimum qualifications.

NOTE: Professional counseling experience must include providing supportive counseling to clients on a one-to-one basis with full responsibility for handling each case plan; and some positions require certification by the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training as Adult Parole and Probation Officers. Experience in any security series position in and of itself does not substitute for the required minimum qualifications.

Entry Level/Underfill Minimum Qualifications:

Your application materials will be reviewed to verify that you have:

Experience in any security series position in and of itself does not substitute for the required minimum qualifications.

NOTE: Professional counseling experience must include providing supportive counseling to clients on a one-to-one basis with full responsibility for handling each case plan; and some positions require certification by the Board on Public Safety Standards and Training as Adult Parole and Probation Officers. Experience in any security series position in and of itself does not substitute for the required minimum qualifications.

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Failure to submit a cover letter will result in eliminating your application from further consideration.

Requirements for Employment

You must be able to pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following convictions are likely to result in being disqualified for this position: felony convictions, computer theft, identify theft and fraud. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer.

The Selection Process – We expect to

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range. The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes family health and dental insurance, optional short and long-term disability and term life insurance – all of which can be tailored to individual needs. Also provided are fully paid retirement program, modest life insurance policy, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

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IMPORTANT: Please monitor your Workday and email accounts. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.

is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

ODOC is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone (that will have direct contact with residents) who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. For more information regarding PREA please visit: .

Veterans’ Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. . Please note – if you checked you are a veteran, you will be asked to upload your documents later in the application process, after you have applied.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter, and reference number: REQ-134305.

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