Family Services Cognitive Counselor: Virginia Correctional Center For Women #00370

Title: Family Services Cognitive Counselor: Virginia Correctional Center For Women #00370

State Role Title: Counselor II

Hiring Range: $46,331.00 - $71,603.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Virginia Corr Ctr For Women

Agency Website: https://www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Provide support to Family Services reentry initiatives to include the Family Reunification Program and Nursery Program. Provide psycho-educational, psycho-therapeutic and direct services to Family Services program participants. Uses effective communication to resolve conflict, model pro-social/responsible behavior and maintain clinical/therapeutic boundaries. Works directly with inmates to promote positive and healthy relationships with child(ren) and families. Coordinates and monitor transitional services, programs and reentry planning for family. Establishes professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders in order to support inmates for successful reentry with their child(ren) and community. Promotes the development of self and staff through identified training opportunities and various networking opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and experience in considerable aspects of specialized individual and family therapy. Experience in facilitating courses. Knowledge of Family Services and parenting programs for incarcerated populations. In-depth knowledge of social services programs. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and written. Demonstrated ability to complete reports, review policies, procedures and interpret best practices. High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver’s license. Experience in counseling and facilitating rehabilitative programs.

Additional Considerations

Experience working with Family Services and parenting programs and services for incarcerated populations. Knowledge of implementation science. Skilled in effectively presenting and communicating to diverse audiences. Working knowledge of gender-responsive and trauma-informed care practices. Graduation from an accredited college or university with coursework in psychology, rehabilitation counseling, social work and/or related human services field. Advanced degree(s) and/or professional certification in a relevant family counseling discipline or human services. Experience working with inmates in reentry, pre-release and/or cognitive community settings.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC), candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process (AHP): In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, DOC encourages individuals with disabilities to apply through the AHP. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-556-7500

Email: Emailed applications are not accepted

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.