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Posted: January 23, 2026 (6 days ago)

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Corrections Counselor 2 - SCI Mahanoy

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Corrections

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$30.34 - $59,345

per hour

Closes

February 6, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This role involves working as a counselor in a Pennsylvania state prison, helping inmates with rehabilitation, behavior management, and preparing them for release or community reintegration.

It's ideal for someone with a background in social work, counseling, or criminal justice who is passionate about supporting people in challenging environments and can handle high-stress situations.

The job requires strong communication skills and a commitment to following security protocols in a correctional setting.

Key Requirements

  • Obtain and maintain CLEAN and JNET certifications within two months of employment
  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA
  • Meet Pennsylvania residency requirements
  • Ability to perform essential job functions, including those in a secure correctional facility
  • Relevant education or experience in counseling, social work, or criminal justice (implied for the role level)
  • Willingness to work in a prison environment with potential security and safety demands

Full Job Description

Qualifications



Special Requirements:

  • All employees must obtain Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) and Pennsylvania Justice Network (JNET) certification within two months of employment and maintain certification for the duration of employment in this job.


Other Requirements:

  • Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.



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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/23/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/29/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-pabureau-5215889