What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor (Prison) position at County of Fayette?
This position is responsible for providing general counseling to inmates of the Prison. Work involves conducting individual and group rehabilitative and domestic counseling, providing guidance and assistance as warranted
ESSENTIALS FUNCTION OF THE JOB
1. Interviews all new commitments to make a preliminary evaluation of their psychological condition as it immediately relates to incarceration and treatment needs.
2. Prepares inmate intake documents and recommends housing classification to the Institutional Classification Committee.
3. Counsels all new commitments regarding Prison rules, Policy and Procedures.
4. Provides assistance and guidance to inmates concerning personal difficulties that arise, due to incarceration, including, but not limited to, coping within a prison society and domestic relations and obligations which remain outside of the Prison.
5. Develops and recommends a treatment program for each individual inmate, as warranted by the inmate’s social/criminal history, current charges and anticipated length of incarceration at Fayette County Prison.
6. Establishes contact and coordinates individualized treatment programs and assistance with provider organizations and agencies.
7. Participates in self-help programs provided to inmates within the Prison such as adult basic education, literacy tutoring, narcotics and alcohol anonymous and health education.
8. Responds to requests from inmates as is appropriate and in accordance with Prison Policy & Procedures.
9. Maintains accurate records of inmate treatment and programs.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.91 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Uniontown, PA 15401 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Uniontown, PA 15401: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21