Correctional Counselor I

Job Description and Duties

This position is posted on a 12 month limited term basis with the possibility of being extended up to 24 months or becoming permanent.

A Correctional Counselor I (CCI) makes recommendations for placement of incarcerated person in programs, or for withdrawal of incarcerated person from programs; determines the custody requirements of incarcerated persons on an ongoing basis; records observations or contacts with incarcerated persons, families, outside agencies, confidential information, etc.; responds to written or verbal requests from incarcerated persons; reevaluates the program needs of the incarcerated person on an ongoing basis; encourages and discourages specific incarcerated persons behavior; appears with and/or may represent the incarcerated person at a disciplinary, classification, or parole hearing to discuss/present findings and recommendations.  As a CCI you are expected to satisfy your duties, which include reporting to work in a timely manner on your scheduled workdays on a continuous basis.

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. 

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development Assignment may also be considered for this position (s).

Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure you have a valid email address on your application.

CDCR employees are encouraged to use their existing CDCR email address on their application.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located at the California State Prison in Corcoran CA, which is accessibly located right off Highway 43. Conveniently located one hour from Lemoore Naval Air Station and Sequoias National Park. Two hours from Yosemite National Park and Pismo Beach. 

CSP-Corcoran
4001 King Ave
Corcoran, Ca. 93212

CSP-CORCORAN offers an on-site fitness center.

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 a candidate 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.

Candidates new to CDCR or the Division of Juvenile Justice are required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting, and Tuberculosis testing prior to appointment followed by departmental annual Tuberculosis testing/evaluation thereafter .

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

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 .

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:

Willingness to create and promote and equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated and valued.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website, and the CalPERS website, .

Information on benefits afforded by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found on the CalHR Salary and Benefits website at

Information on the benefits and protections provided to public employees by the State Civil Service Act can be found on the CalHR website at

This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.

Additional Application Requirements

• Application must include a valid email address and/or contact number.

• Application must include the job title for which you are applying.

• You must submit a complete and thorough application.  Do not leave anything blank including, but not limited to hours/weeks worked, start/end dates, and all experience/education relating to the Minimum Qualifications stated in the classification specification, including duties performed.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in the screening out of your application.

Applicants who wish to submit hard copy applications shall use the most current version of the State application (STD 678)  

You must include the classification title you are applying for and JC-524800 in the “Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.  Applications received without this information may be disqualified.

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended.

Only the required documents listed in the job announcement will be reviewed when screening candidates.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• School Transcripts