Corrections Counselor 1 - SCI Phoenix

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Corrections Counselor 1 - SCI Phoenix

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Corrections Counselor 1 - SCI Phoenix

Salary

$55,436.00 - $84,332.00 Annually

Location

Montgomery County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-40441-47530

Department

Department of Corrections

Division

CR PHX Trmt Svcs

Opening Date

01/15/2026

Closing Date

1/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

47530

Position Number

00047098

Union

SEIU Local 668

Bargaining Unit

F4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00115450

Bureau / Division

State Correctional Institution at Phoenix

Worksite Address

1200 Mokychic Drive

City

Collegeville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

19426

Contact Name

Ronda Hugaboom

Contact Phone

717.307.3234

Contact Email

rhugaboom@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Are you ready to be a catalyst for change at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix? We are seeking a Corrections Counselor 1 to empower inmates, offer essential support, and guide their reintegration into the community. Join our team and make a tangible difference on inmates' lives, contributing to a safer community for everyone. Your purpose-driven career starts here—apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Corrections Counselor 1, you will play a crucial role in supporting and rehabilitating inmates at SCI Phoenix. Your work will include providing individual counseling and casework services, as well as assisting with employment opportunities and connecting inmates to community resources. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records and reports for your assigned caseload and participating in parole planning to facilitate reentry into society. Your work will have a significant impact on the lives of inmates and their chances for successful rehabilitation and reintegration.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employment, 40 hours per weekWork hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $55,436.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; orA bachelor’s degree in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field; orAn equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.Special Requirement:You must obtain Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certification within two months of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this job.Other Requirements:Successful completion of basic training in