at Department of Corrections in Menard, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Overview As a Counselor, you will be part of a diverse team who provide opportunities designed to assist individuals in making a successful transition from a corrections environment to the community. These opportunities not only help individuals to develop and enhance their skillsets, but they also better equip them to be a productive member of society. We invite you to come make a difference in others’ lives and truly impact change. Essential Functions Assists in providing a regular interview routine for each assigned individual in custody seeing them no less than once every 60 days to address the needs of the individual in custody. Conducts beginning level counseling sessions with individuals in custody providing assistance to each individual in custody in the development of a program plan in conjunction with staff completing the risk and needs assessments. Prepares progress reports including required professional reports. Participates on institutional committees or projects, i.e., assignment committee, adjustment committee, grievance committee and/or program team. Communicates with the families and support systems of the individuals in custody relative to requests, adjustment, emergency furloughs, visitation, parole plans, and issues related to family members. Receives on-the-job training relating to counseling principles and techniques for increased job responsibilities and job proficiency. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of those duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with a bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences. Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this profession. Preferred Qualifications Prefers at least one (1) year professional experience providing counseling services to individuals in a custody setting. Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience participating as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience documenting progress of individual in relation to case/treatment plans. Prefers intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, or similar software. Conditions of Employment Requires written and spoken knowledge of the English language. Requires ability to pass the

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background check. Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited. Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department. Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account