What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Counselor I position at The State of Kansas?
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy
Job Posting closes: February 13, 2025
Required documents uploaded by: February 13, 2025
Agency Information:
Lansing Correctional Facility
301 E. Kansas St.
Lansing, KS 66043
About the Position
Who can apply: Anyone (External)
Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Work Schedule: Regular hours 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Position requires evening and weekend hours.
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Search Keywords: Unit Team, Case Management, Counselor, Corrections, Leavenworth, Lansing, Lansing Correctional Facility
Compensation: Pay Grade 31 Step 10; $58,884.80/ $28.31 hour
- Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.
Employment Benefits
Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
Sick & Vacation leave
Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
Fitness Centers in select locations
Employee discounts with the STAR Program
Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Member of the Unit Team that provides case management of residents related to the correctional rules and regulations; develops educational and reentry plans; participates on related unit team committees; writes progress reports on residents for review by unit team supervisor/manager. Makes recommendations related to parole plans and eligibility Member of the Unit Team that provides case management of residents related to correctional rules and regulations; develops educational and reentry plans; participates on related unit team committees; writes progress reports on residents for review by unit team supervisor/manager. Makes recommendations related to parole pans and eligibility.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Responsible for performing all duties through a team approach to risk management that addresses criminogenic risks and needs.
- The work requires ongoing proactive communication and interaction with residents.
- Assists residents assigned to case load with adjustment to incarceration, program completion, rule compliance, release planning and reintegration into the community.
- Utilizes and demonstrates risk reduction skills including motivational interviewing and cognitive strategies.
- Attends Kansas Parole Board hearing for assigned residents.
- Assists uniformed security staff in times of emergency.
Qualifications
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Education: A bachelor's degree with major coursework in criminal justice, the social sciences, or the behavioral sciences. Approved substitutions as determined relevant by the agency.
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Substitutions
- 60 semester hours of coursework from an accredited college or university, including 12 hours in corrections, criminal justice, the social sciences, or the behavioral sciences, and one (1) year of experience in the field of corrections or case management OR
- 30 semester hours of coursework from an accredited college or university, including 6 hours in corrections, criminal justice, the social sciences, or the behavioral sciences, and two (2) years of experience in the field of adult corrections or case management OR
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent and three (3) years of experience in the field of adult corrections or case management
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Substitutions
Licensing & Certification: Driver's License
Minimum Qualifications: Applicant will be able to interact with co-workers, residents, and outside personnel to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Applicant selected will have strong organizational skills and function with minimal supervision and direction.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to those applicants with previous experience in corrections.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel Services. Must pass a physical exam, background investigation and submit a State of Kansas Tax Clearance.
Recruiter Contact Information
Name: Lori East
Email: Lori.East@ks.gov
Phone: (913)250-2629
- Cell Phone: (913)683-0780
Mailing Address:
Lansing Correctional Facility
P.O. Box 2
Lansing, KS 66043
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Transcripts
DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
Tax Clearance Certificate
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference
Lansing Correctional Facility is approved for the Veterans' GI Bill Apprenticeship Program.
How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Rm 401
Topeka, KS 66612
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
Salary : $28,310 - $58,885
