Family Services Casework Counselor Senior: Virginia Correctional Center For Women #00369

Job Duties

Provide functional program support to the Family Services Coordinator. Provide oversight to successful initiatives to include the Family Reunification House and Prison Nursery programs.

Responsible for adherence and support of policy and procedural development, executing and enforcing program protocols, and general oversight of daily program activities.

Provide support with the development, implementation and reporting of programs, services, policies, training and programs.

Ensures quality evidence-based programs and services are offered to meet individual inmate treatment needs. Works directly with inmates and their families to promote positive relationships with child(ren) and families.

Establishes professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders in order to support inmates and their successful reentry.

Promotes the development of self and staff through identified training opportunities and various networking opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive understanding and experience using evidence-based cognitive behavioral, social learning, cognitive restructuring and / or other behavioral change approaches.

Demonstrated ability to complete reports, develop policies and procedures, and conduct research on relevant best practices.

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and written and develop partnerships with diverse community stakeholders.

Experience in counseling and facilitating rehabilitative programs.

Additional Considerations

Working knowledge of family social services, available benefits and programs in the community. Knowledge of implementation science.

Skilled in effectively presenting and communicating to diverse audiences. Working knowledge of gender-responsive and trauma-informed care practices.

Skilled in project management. High school diploma or equivalent. Coursework in psychology, rehabilitation counseling, social work and / or related human services field.

Professional certification in a relevant family counseling discipline or human services.

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.

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 : Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

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.