CLASSIFICATION COUNSELOR 2 Washington State Department of Corrections 54 reviews - Monroe, WA $3,762 - $4,935 a month Classification Counselor 2 (CC2) Teamsters Monroe Correctional Complex The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Classification Counselor 2 (CC2) at the Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC), located in Monroe, WA. This bulletin may be used to fill additional permanent and non-permanent CC2 vacancies at MCC as they occur. The Department of Corrections (DOC), as a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State. The Department consists of the Office of the Secretary, Prisons Division, Community Corrections Division, Administrative Services Division, Health Services Division, Communications Department and Risk Management Department. Monroe Correctional Complex is a 2400 bed male all-custody level facility located 30 miles northeast of Seattle. The complex consists of five major units: Washington State Reformatory Unit (WSRU), Twin Rivers, Unit (TRU), Minimum Security Unit (MSU), Special Offenders Unit (SOU) a large mental health inpatient treatment unit, and the Intensive Management Unit (IMU). MCC provides care for the sickest and most complicated patients in our system and is considered the hub of medical and psychiatric care for DOC. It is located close to University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center. Whether the work is inside a prison, in community corrections, or in an administrative office, the Washington State Department of Corrections professional staff experience a high degree of personal satisfaction knowing they are creating environments in which all offenders can learn to make choices that contribute to a safer society. Duties: * Investigating all information available for each offender arriving to determine his/her documentation and programming needs. * Administering Risk Assessment Tools. * Participating in Risk Management Teams. * Complete Offender Release Plans, verify transition plans and approve low risk release plans. * Counseling and informing offenders regarding community resources and problems they might encounter in their transition to work release, parole, or release. * Working with unit staff as well as with other sections of the facility to resolve offender problems. * Enforcing court ordered conditions and imposing DOC conditions. * Collecting information to complete facility plans, criminal history and risk management tools to determine needs. * Maintaining communication with offenders to assist with attorney calls, child custody/support hearings with DSHS and courts, and family contact through crisis/emergency situations. * Completing paperwork for special visits, death bed visits, funeral outings, job referrals, End of Sentence Review packets, EFV's, marriages, psych evaluation requests, offender to offender correspondence, and out of state and international transfers. * Evaluating offenders for early release. Testifying before courts, boards and/or classification or disciplinary hearings. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation .(CHEA). And One year of social service or corrections experience. -OR- Satisfactory completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 quarter credits) And Three years of experience in adult corrections, juvenile corrections, rehabilitation or social casework. -OR- One year as a Classification Counselor 1 in Washington State service. Note: A Masters Degree in sociology, psychology, social work, criminology, or closely related field will substitute for the year of required experience Note: Corrections experience means the focus of the work is dealing directly with inmates a majority of the time. In addition to at least one of the above, this position requires the ability to: * Write clearly, factually, and concisely; * Analyze and interpret data, weigh the risks, and make decisions or recommendations to address staff and offender needs; * Identify and address offender behavior/needs; * Organize and prioritize work; * Apply conflict resolution skills. Observation - Observes and strategizes personal action based on environmental conditions and human behavior. Technology - Learns and utilizes computer-based applications in the performance of job duties. Stress Tolerance - Remains calm and rational while handling difficult situations to include, but not limited to, volatile, threatening or other crisis/emergency situations. Expertly intervenes in response to threats. Professional Standards - Knows and applies relevant law, policy, procedure, and practice. Adheres to established productivity standards and timelines. Identifies own training needs and proactively seeks training opportunities. Adaptability - Incorporates new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accepts change and supports the Agency through changes in law, policy, and procedure. Preferred/Desired Qualifications: * Rapid Problem-solving ability; * Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback/criticism; * Ability to work independently; * Ability to be on time and available for work - reliable. Veterans Preference Points Qualification In order to be eligible to receive Veterans Preference Points, as noted in the Agency Wide Questions, you will need to attach a legible copy of your DD214, Member 4 form, to your application OR email a copy to afrose@doc1.wa.gov, by close of the job posting. If this information is not received by the closing date - no additional points will be applied to your final examination score Supplemental Information: 'The mission of DOC is to improve public safety.' For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov. Failure to provide the following information may result in your application not being considered for this position. * Please include a letter of interest, resume, and minimum of three professional references with your application to include phone number and email address. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates. IMPORTANT NOTES: DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email afrose@doc1.wa.gov or call us at (360)794-2715. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies: Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace. Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable. Promote inclusiveness. Be culturally sensitive and appropriate. Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions. Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration. Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position. Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position. Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results. 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