at Department of Corrections in Crest Hill, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Overview As a Counselor, you will be part of a diverse team who provides 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 other’s lives and truly impact change. Essential Functions At a beginning level retrieves, documents, and serves appropriate Notice of Charges to parole violators to comply with the guidelines of Department Rules. Assists with gathering accurate information to be used in the assignment of each individual in custody to an appropriate security level and subsequent placement in an appropriate institution.  Participates on institutional committees or projects, i.e., assignment committee, adjustment committee, grievance committee and/or program team. Conducts beginning level counseling sessions with individuals in custody. 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 the 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 professional experience documenting progress of individual in relation to case/treatment plans. Prefers an 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 the 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