Correctional Counselor-Saguaro at Core Civic

Eloy, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jun, 26

Salary

24.32

Posted On

21 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inmate Issue Resolution, Unit Management, Security Training, Caseload Management, Policy Adherence, Conflict Resolution, Safety Observation, Inmate Interaction, Grievance Resolution

Industry

Public Safety

Description

$24.32 per hour At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Correctional Counselor who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve. Perform routine duties of a Correctional Counselor is a uniformed, security trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents or grievances. Perform routine duties of a Correctional Counselor is a uniformed, security trained member of the Unit Management Team responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they become significant matters, incidents or grievances. Ensure that services and programs are delivered to inmates assigned to the unit at a time and manner as designed. Maintain a caseload of inmates with the primary purpose of resolving daily living issues before they expand into significant incidents. Make daily rounds through assigned units talking with staff and inmates, observing operations and interactions between staff and inmates in the unit, ensuring the unit is operating in a safe and secure manner and anticipates situations. Conduct one-on-one meetings with inmates regarding grievance or potential grievance matters and resolve the situation within the framework of policy. Qualifications: High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent. One year of correctional officer experience required; two or more years experience preferred. Additional education may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis. A valid driver's license is required. Minimum Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran.

Responsibilities

The Correctional Counselor acts as a uniformed, security-trained member of the Unit Management Team, primarily responsible for resolving daily inmate issues before they escalate into significant incidents or grievances. This role involves maintaining a caseload, ensuring services and programs are delivered to assigned inmates, and conducting daily rounds to maintain a safe and secure unit operation.