Correctional Counselor II (Supervisor)

Job Description

Job Description and Duties
Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment will be considered for this position(s). Under the supervision of the Facility Captain, the Correctional Counselor II (Supervisor) assigns and reviews work of Correctional Counselor Is. Is responsible for instructing and assisting with In-Service Training Programs. Evaluates staff performance and takes or recommends appropriate action. Assigns and reviews cases. Counsels with and gives assistance to Correctional Counselor Is on difficult case problems. Provides casework services to selected incarcerated individuals and serves as a treatment consultant to the custodial staff in segregation units. Supervises and checks the compilation of case records to determine that policies and procedures are followed. Follows up on specific classification recommendations. Assists in the development of effective casework procedures. May carry a reduced caseload. Coordinates the work of the Department of Corrections with law enforcement agencies and interested public. Performs special assignments and duties. Consults with custodial, education, care and treatment of staff. Makes recommendations to parole services regarding supervised or retention of incarcerated individuals. Will act as the Assistant ADA Coordinator in their areas of responsibilities and will be responsible for monitoring ADA compliance on their facility. Will be responsible for providing training to staff regarding ADA compliance on their facility. May act as Facility Captain during his/her absence. CCII Supervisors may be required to cross-over other CCII Supervisor positions on a temporary basis due to vacancies, vacation, training or any other assignments due to institutional need. Assignments for coverage will be at the discretion of CDW. Responsible for assisting incarcerated persons with disabilities in understanding, preparing for, and participating in the BPH suitability hearing process as needed. Review SOMS and DECS/BITS to identify the incarcerated person's need for assistance, primary and secondary method of effective communication, adaptive support needs, assistive device(s), or software (e.g., electronic magnifier, personal sound amplification device, Microsoft Ease of Access, etc.) that are required to accommodate the incarcerated person for BPH proceedings. Accommodations shall be provided in a manner to allow privacy and independence.Review BITS at least weekly for any assignments associated with a BPH proceeding. Meet with the incarcerated person and complete a CDC Form 128B, BPH Accommodations Questionnaire, when prompted do so by BITS. Serve the incarcerated person with a Notice of DPV/DNV Rights for BPH Proceedings or a Notice of Deaf-Signer Rights for BPH Proceedings, as applicable. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. CORRECTIONAL COUNSELOR II (SUPERVISOR)

Special Requirements
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services . Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov . This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.

Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you should include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services . Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov . This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Shall create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.