Correctional Counselor II (Specialist) - SB 245 (Correctional Counselor II (Specialist))

Job Description and Duties This position is limited term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent. This advertisement is for a Correctional Counselor II (Specialist) position located at Sierra Conservation Center in Jamestown, Tuolumne County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 099-222-9901-973. CDCR/CCHCS employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their job application. Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application. Under the general direction of the Classification and Parole Representative (C&PR) the Correctional Counselor II (Specialist), performs specific detailed duties related to Penal Code 1203.4b, SB 245, SB 2147 and assists in the screening, monitoring and coordinating of paroles and transfers within SCC and Camps and transfers into and out of SCC. This includes reporting all trends, defects and problems in the above areas to C&PR. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Effective July 1, 2025, the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) was implemented. PLP 2025 requires that each full-time employee receive a 3 percent reduction in pay in exchange for 5 hours of PLP 2025 leave credits monthly through June 30, 2027. Salaries do not reflect the recent changes. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. Candidates new to CDCR/CCHCS are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan Fingerprinting, as well as a Tuberculosis test/evaluation prior to appointment, followed by department annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter. When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred. CDCR/CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov. This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: Knowledge of: The principles and procedures of incarcerated person classification (e.g., custody designation, custody level, specialized housing, program assignment, etc.) to provide a systematic process for the programming, housing, custody designation and assignment decisions used in the safe and secure management of incarcerated persons. The principles and practices of counseling and guidance to promote adjustment and determine appropriate programming needs within a correctional institution. Crime and delinquency to assess proper custody program placement and assignment. Casework theory/practice and the principles of individual/group behavior to designate incarcerated person programming, housing and maintain orderly operation of the facility. The purposes, activities, regulations and functions of the Board of Parole Hearings to ensure compliance with procedural requirements. Interpreting educational and psychological test results used in program placement and assignments to designate incarcerated person programming, housing, assignments and special needs or accommodations. Principles and practices of vocational guidance and occupational placement to designate incarcerated person programming, housing, assignments and special needs or accommodations. Verbal and written expression in order to exchange and provide accurate and pertinent information with staff, incarcerated persons and others. Correctional casework procedures to ensure that procedural requirements are in compliance with departmental rules and regulations. The range of normal and abnormal human behavior in order to designate incarcerated person programming, housing, assignments and special needs/accommodations. The policies and procedures of custody in order to maintain orderly operation of the facility and the safety of staff, incarcerated persons and the public. The methods used to manage and discipline incarcerated persons to ensure due process rights are afforded and procedural requirements are in compliance with departmental rules and regulations. The various Security Threat Groups (STG) and STG behavior in order to designate incarcerated person programming, housing and assignments and maintain the safety of staff, incarcerated persons and the public. Group processes and dynamics, including various roles played by group participants and different types of questions or modes of inquiry which can be used in group settings to provide accurate and pertinent information to staff and others. Training methods to plan and conduct on-the-job training to determine training needs, evaluate training results, maintain compliance with departmental policy and ensure a qualified workforce. Ability to: Apply the principles and practices of counseling and guidance to determine appropriate housing, program placement and special needs and ensure institutional and public safety. Interpret test results and evaluate sociological, psychological, psychiatric, and vocational findings in order to make recommendations and determine appropriate housing, program placement, and special needs. Evaluate sociological, psychological, psychiatric, and vocational findings to make recommendations and determine appropriate housing, program placement and special needs. Coordinate the work of a variety of occupations and professional disciplines in the classification of incarcerated persons to gather/disseminate information, assist other agencies and facilitate transfers, hearings and mental health evaluations. Secure accurate social data and record such data systematically to assist in the determination of appropriate housing, program placement and special needs. Effectively communicate (written/verbal/listening) with staff, incarcerated persons and other stakeholders to disseminate, share and receive information. Gain the respect and trust of incarcerated persons to assist in the determination of appropriate housing, program placement and special needs and ensure institutional and public safety. Organize and prioritize work in order to meet deadlines, time constraints and adjust to changes in assignments. Deal tactfully/diplomatically with sensitive issues in order to exchange and/or provide information/direction to staff and others. Analyze situations accurately in order to determine and implement effective and appropriate courses of action. Adapt effectively to a high volume/pressure of work in order to accomplish assigned tasks and ensure the effective operation of an assigned area. Respond effectively to emergency situations to ensure the safety/security of the institution, staff, incarcerated persons and others. Work independently to complete assigned tasks and adhere to timeframes. Willingness to create and promote an equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.