Administrative, Clerical and General
Job Description:
This is moderately complex clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions. An employee in this class performs a variety of document-processing activities including the verification of information, arithmetic calculations, coding, and assisting the public in completing governmental forms. Duties involve the responsibility for a significant aspect of a work process, an involved single office activity which is production or control oriented, or other multiple activities which are comparable in scope and complexity. Work may involve providing training and guidance to new employees and fulfilling a lead worker function for routine clerical operations. Work is subject to periodic changes in operating procedures and requires some adaptability to shifts in work schedule. Employees work with considerable independence within standard operating procedure.
Minimum Experience & Training: Six months as a Clerk 1 and educational development to the level of the eighth grade;
OR
Completion of a high school business curriculum;
OR
Any equivalent experience and/or training which provided the required knowledge and abilities.
Job Description:
This is complex clerical work involving the processing of documents in a variety of functions. An employee in this class performs complex clerical work which requires the application of independent judgement. Work involves the responsibility for all aspects of a clerical process in an assigned geographic subdivision or functional area such as licensing, taxing, invoicing, or auditing; the performance of complicated office activities which are control oriented. Work includes clerical work processes or activities which are characterized by unpredictable and random inputs, making choices between different procedures to be followed; determining the appropriateness of the information that is presented for further processing. Work may involve providing training and guidance to new employees and functions as a lead worker for moderately complex clerical operations. Work normally involves making independent decisions concerning the process to be followed, the appropriateness of the information to be processed, and the actions to be taken. Work schedules and priorities are subject to unpredictable shifts due to external influences, time frame constraints, or self-imposed priority changes. Work is performed with considerable independence and little review.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 and educational development to the level of high school;
OR
One year of progressively complex clerical experience and completion of high school;
OR
Six months of moderately complex clerical experience and completion of a post high school business curriculum;
OR
Any equivalent experience and/or training which provided the required knowledges, and abilities.
Job Description:
This is work is the receiving and issuing of materials, supplies, tools, and equipment. An employee in this job handles the receipt, storage, distribution, and inventory control activities for a variety of stock items and supplies in a storeroom setting or the shipping and receiving of raw and finished goods in a manufacturing setting. Work includes recordkeeping duties in the receiving, storing, issuing, and care of supplies to include preparing a list of stock items to be reordered, assisting in the conduct of manual and electronic inventories, and checking items received against the purchase order. Work also includes overseeing an inmate work detail in the filling and packing of requisition orders. Work assignments involve strenuous manual work and routine clerical tasks in the maintenance of stores records. Work may include the use of mechanized storeroom equipment to move materials. A supervisor prioritizes work assignments, but the employee determines work methods used to complete the assignments. Work is reviewed for appropriate storekeeping procedures through inspections of records and stock conditions.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year of experience in stockroom, warehouse, or clerical work
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Some positions require possession of an active PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Job Description:
This is supervisory storekeeping work in the operation of a storeroom handling perishable or valuable stock in a State Correctional Institution or Facility. An employee in this class is responsible for the receipt, storage, and distribution and recordkeeping operations of storerooms handling perishable stock such as frozen food items or medical supplies requiring refrigeration; or are responsible for the receipt, storage and distribution and recordkeeping operations of storerooms handling valuable supplies including parts necessary for engine overhaul and rebuilding work; or are responsible for supervising the functions of employees performing specialized stores work. Employees are responsible for supervising subordinate employees performing varied manual and clerical tasks within one or more storerooms.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of experience in stores control work, including two years of supervisory experience or in charge of a storeroom with considerable volume and variety of commodities; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from a standard high school or vocational school or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is professional and administrative work in providing staff and program support for the overall operation of a State Correctional Institution with an inmate population of less than 1,000. An employee in this class serves as institutional or facility accreditation coordinator which involves insuring compliance with operating standards for adult correctional institutions established by the Commission on Accreditation for Corrections. Work also includes the administration of the inmate complaint system; the conduct of investigations and preparing reports relative to legal actions filed by inmates against institutional personnel; and acting as public information officer which involves the preparation of news media releases and holding press conferences. An employee in this class is also responsible for chairing a variety of institutional committees and preparing correspondence and special reports for the superintendent. The employee is required to serve as an administrative duty officer with other institutional management staff. Work is performed under the general supervision of the superintendent and effectiveness is determined through conferences and reports.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Five years of experience in a Commonwealth correctional institution or facility in the areas of counseling, education, security, vocational placement, vocational training, professional personnel management, or work of an administrative/managerial nature.
Appropriate college level training may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis to a maximum of three years or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is professional and administrative work in providing staff and program support for the overall operation in a State Correctional Institution with an inmate population of 1,000 or more for continuous six month period; or a State Correctional Institution which serves as the statewide Diagnostic and Classification Center for female inmates, and houses all long term disciplinary custody and capital case female inmates; or a State Correctional Institution which has a licensed mental health services unit, a special management unit, and has a significant percentage of the inmate population classified as L4. An employee in this class serves as institutional or facility accreditation coordinator which involves insuring compliance with operating standards for adult correctional institutions established by the Commission on Accreditation for Corrections. Work also includes the administration of the inmate complaint system; the conduct of investigations and preparing reports relative to legal actions filed by inmates against institutional personnel; and acting as public information officer which involves the preparation of news media releases and holding press conferences. An employee in this class also responsible for chairing a variety of institutional committees and preparing correspondence and special reports for the superintendent. The employee in this class is required to serve as an administrative duty officer with other institutional management staff. Work is performed under the general supervision of the superintendent and effectiveness is determined through conferences and reports.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Six (6) years of experience in a Commonwealth correctional institution or facility in the areas of counseling, education, security, vocational placement, vocational training, professional personnel management, or work of an administrative/managerial nature.
Appropriate college level training may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis to a maximum of three years or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Education
Job Description:
This is professional education work in providing adult basic education instruction to inmates at a state correctional institution on an intermittent basis. An employee in this class is responsible for developing and adapting curricula, course outlines, and lesson plans to meet the educational needs of inmates at state correctional institutions. Work involves instructing inmates in a variety of general academic and remedial subjects such as basic math, reading, English, science, social studies, language arts, writing skills, and similar skills. Employees use a variety of basic instructional and remedial techniques to develop the basic learning abilities of inmates, using group and individualized instructional approaches. Duties include diagnosing and evaluating inmate achievement, potential, and progress by administering standardized and teacher constructed tests and grading classroom and homework assignments. Work involves responsibility for monitoring inmate behavior and maintaining an effective learning environment in the classroom, maintaining security of classroom materials, completing records, reports, and forms related to the operation of classes, and evaluating inmate performances. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrator or principal with work review through conferences and observation for achievement of educational objectives.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary or Secondary Education which includes successful completion of a teaching practicum approved by the degree granting institution; OR A bachelor's degree in the Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Education, Special Education, Math, English, or the general Sciences and two years of professional classroom or formalized training, instruction, or teaching experience.
Job Description:
This is professional educational work in providing academic and vocational counseling to inmates at a state correctional institution. An employee in this job is responsible for providing counseling and guidance services to inmates to encourage participation in educational and training programs. Work includes assessing inmate abilities and needs through tests and individual interviews to determine placement in a setting which will afford the inmate with educational growth to meet identified needs and objectives. Duties involve assisting inmates in selection of courses, post educational goals, occupational choices and continuing education and in providing guidance and counseling with inmates and teachers in resolving problems which may develop with inmates in such areas as attendance, discipline, educational progress or motivation. Work also includes maintaining records of inmate progress and preparing reports of inmate achievements for classification, parole, and employment reference purposes. An employee in this job participates in parole planning and in making recommendations regarding furlough, special privileges, or other changes in inmate status. Work is performed under the general direction of a school principal or administrator and is reviewed through conferences and an evaluation of results.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Two years of professional experience in educational guidance and educational counseling, and a bachelor's degree in the social sciences, behavioral sciences, education, social work, or counseling; OR An equivalent combination of experience and training, which includes one year of experience in educational guidance and educational counseling.
Special Requirements:
Employees assigned to a Commonwealth Secondary Diploma facility must possess a valid and active Educational Specialist 1 or Educational Specialist 2 certification in the field of elementary or secondary school guidance or school counseling issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. When no candidates possess the named certifications, the candidate must be eligible for an Emergency Permit issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education that is appropriate to the position.
An employee assigned to a Commonwealth Secondary Diploma facility who was hired based on eligibility for an Emergency Permit must obtain a valid and active Educational Specialist 1 or Educational Specialist 2 certification in the field of elementary or secondary school guidance or school counseling issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Job Description:
This is professional supervisory and administrative education work at a state correctional institution. An employee in this job has complete responsibility for directing and administering a school within a state correctional institution. Work involves directing and participating in the planning of educational objectives and curricula for compulsory educational programs for school age youths and non-compulsory educational programs for other students, and directly supervising the work of teachers and other staff. Work includes scheduling classes; administering the General Educational Development (GED) program; interpreting program rules, regulations, and policies; providing for the training of staff; completing applications for federal grants; and approving the purchase of educational supplies and equipment. Work is performed independently in accordance with established policies and stated educational objectives and is reviewed by an administrative supervisor for adherence to educational standards and attainment of the desired objectives.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of professional educational experience, including three years as a classroom teacher or education counselor in either a public school, a licensed private school, or in an adult correctional education program approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, and a bachelor's degree.
Condition of Employment:
An employee assigned to a Commonwealth Secondary Diploma facility must possess a valid and active Administrative (Principal K-12), Administrative I (Principal K-12), or Administrative II (Principal K-12) certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, or when no candidates possess the named certifications, must be eligible for an Emergency Permit in the area of Principal or Administrative Provisional I certification in the area of Principal issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Post-Employment Requirement:
An employee assigned to a Commonwealth Secondary Diploma facility who was hired based on eligibility for an Emergency Permit in the area of Principal or Administrative Provisional I certification in the area of Principal must obtain a valid and active Administrative I (Principal K-12) certification.
Job Description:
An employee in this job is responsible for developing and adapting special education programs to fit the educational and developmental needs of inmates with impaired learning ability. Work involves the design, adaptation, and use of a variety of instructional and remedial techniques to develop basic learning abilities of inmates with special educational needs using individualized and small group instructional approaches. Work includes diagnosing and evaluating inmate potential, achievement, and progress by administering standardized and teacher-constructed tests and grading classroom and homework assignments; monitoring inmate behavior to ensure an effective learning environment in the classroom; maintaining security of classroom materials; and completing records, reports, and forms related to the operation of classes and the evaluation of inmate performance. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrator or principal and is reviewed through conferences and observations for achievement of educational objectives.
Special Requirements:
All positions require possession of a valid and active professional special education certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. When no candidates possess the named certification, the candidate must be eligible for an Emergency Permit issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education that is appropriate to the position.
An employee assigned to a Commonwealth Secondary Diploma facility who was hired based on eligibility for an Emergency Permit must obtain a valid and active special education certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Acceptable Certifications:
Special Education PK-8
Special Education 7-12
Special Education PK-12
Special Education-Hearing Impaired PK-12
Special Education-Speech/Language Impaired PK-12
Special Education-Visually Impaired PK-12
Food Service
Job Description:
This is lead work in the instruction and performance of routine and specialized tasks in a correctional facility food service operation. An employee in this job is responsible for assigning, participating in, and instructing inmates involved in large-scale food preparation, production, serving, and sanitation. Work includes leading and providing on-the-job food service training to assigned inmates performing a variety of food service activities including specialized tasks in the preparation and cooking of meals; ensuring conformance to established food sanitation and safety standards; maintaining safe working conditions; and enforcing security and custody regulations in the assigned work area. Work also includes requisitioning, receiving, and storing food and supplies and preparing and maintaining work records and inmate reports. Employees in this job participate in cross-training programs to become knowledgeable in all areas of the food service operation. Work is performed with a high degree of independence and is reviewed by a Corrections Food Service Supervisor for overall efficiency and effectiveness.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Two years of experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is supervisory work overseeing staff and inmates involved in the instruction and performance of routine and specialized tasks in a correctional facility food service operation. An employee in this job is responsible for supervising work performed in large-scale food preparation, production, serving, and sanitation on an assigned shift. Work involves supervising Corrections Food Service Instructors and overseeing on-the-job food service training provided to inmates; requisitioning supplies and equipment; preparing and maintaining work records and personnel reports; ensuring staff and inmates comply with established food sanitation and safety standards; maintaining safe working conditions; and enforcing security and custody regulations in all work areas. An employee in this job who works on the same shift as a Corrections Food Service Manager will be responsible for overseeing the operation of the food service department in the absence of the manager to include performing minor administrative duties in purchasing, personnel, and menu modification. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed by a Corrections Food Service Manager through conferences, reports, and evaluation of overall effectiveness.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year of experience as a Corrections Food Service Instructor;
OR
Three years of experience in food preparation, production, or service of a variety of complete meal menus in an institutional food service operation, food catering service, restaurant, or in a similar large-scale food production operation, which included one year of lead work experience;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training, which included one year of lead work experience.
Medical
Not available at SCI Chester or SCI Pine Grove
Job Description:
This is practical nursing work in the care and treatment of individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness and/or developmental disability or the care of individuals having difficulty meeting their daily living activities at a Commonwealth facility.
An employee in this class implements nursing care plans by performing a variety of practical nursing and individual/patient/resident/inmate care duties including preparing, administering, and recording medications and treatments prescribed by the physician and observing and reporting changes in the physical and emotional behavior of individuals/patients/residents/inmates with a mental or physical injury or illness and/or developmental disability or individuals having difficulty meeting their daily living activities. Work also includes taking and recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and preparing and maintaining progress notes and other administrative reports as required. Work also involves participation in carrying out the total treatment program to include habilitation and rehabilitation programs as established by the interdisciplinary treatment team and include daily living and leisure time activities. Work may also involve charge responsibility for a living or patient care area, including responsibility for maintenance of prescribed treatment and therapeutic regimens; overseeing unlicensed personnel and requesting professional evaluation, treatment, or emergency care, as needed. Work is performed in accordance with established laws, rules, and regulations, and appropriate practical nursing standards and nursing procedures. Supervision may be received from a Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor however, by law, nursing duties which require licensure are performed under the direction of a Registered Nurse or a Physician who reviews the work in progress, through eports and by ward or living area inspections and observations.
Necessary Special Requirement:
Possession of a current Pennsylvania license as a Licensed Practice Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing;
OR
Possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Condition of Employment:
Employees possessing non-renewable temporary practice permits must obtain licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse within the one (1) year period as defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Only at SCIs Muncy, Phoenix, Rockview, Waymart & Laurel Highlands
Job Description:
This is non-professional nursing work in the care and rehabilitation of individuals. An employee in this job performs non-professional nursing work in the direct care and rehabilitation of individuals residing in state operated facilities, such as a veterans' home, restoration center, or state correctional facility. Work involves carrying out the daily routine of individualized care plans; assisting individuals with activities of daily living, personal care needs, and rehabilitative activities; maintaining individuals' living areas; observing and reporting changes in individuals' physical condition and behavior; and documenting daily care performed and information obtained in individuals' records. Work also involves participating in on-the-job, in-service, and formal training in nursing care procedures to update and maintain non-professional nursing care expertise. Nursing duties are of limited scope and are performed in accordance with established regulations, rules, care plans, and specific instructions. Work is performed under close supervision of a licensed professional supervisor who reviews work through reports, inspections, and observations, but employees are expected to perform the more routine duties independently.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry;
Or
Six months of paid experience in the care and treatment of geriatric or physically ill patients or residents.
Special Requirement:
Positions assigned to a long-term care facility in the Department of Human Services or in the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs require active registration as a Nurse Aide in the Pennsylvania Nurse Aide Registry.
Not available at SCI Chester or SCI Pine Grove
Job Description: An employee in this class performs as a charge nurse, staff nurse or an assessment coordinator providing nursing care and treatment services in a Commonwealth facility for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness, dysfunctional behavior and/or a developmental disability.
Minimum Experience & Training: Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing; or possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Employees possessing non-renewable temporary practice permits must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Maintenance and Trades
SCI Albion:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trades Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor
SCI Benner Township:
Carpentry Trades Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Operator; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Cambridge Springs:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic
SCI Camp Hill:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Sheet Metal Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Chester:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Coal Township:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Construction Equipment Operator; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Dallas:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Printshop Foreman; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Sheet Metal Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Waste Water Treatment Foreman; Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Fayette:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Sheet Metal Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Operator; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Forest:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Frackville:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Greene:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Houtzdale:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Sheet Metal Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Huntingdon:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Laurel Highlands:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Waste Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Mahanoy:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Mercer:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Waste Water Treatment Foreman
SCI Muncy:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Phoenix:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Sheet Metal Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Waste Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Pine Grove:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Welding Trades Instructor
Quehanna Boot Camp:
Maintenace Foreman 2
SCI Rockview:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Construction Equipment Operator; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Waste Water Treatment Foreman; Water Treatment Foreman; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Smithfield:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Maintenance Foreman 2; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Welding Trades Instructor
SCI Somerset:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Refrigeration Trades Instructor; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Welding Trades Instructor
Training Academy:
Electrical Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Plumbing Trades Instructor
SCI Waymart:
Automotive Trades Instructor; Carpentry Trade Instructor; Construction Equipment Operator; Electrical Trades Instructor; Electronics Trades Instructor; Locksmith; Machinist Trades Instructor; Maintenance Foreman 2; Masonry Trades Instructor; Painting Trades Instructor; Plumbing Trades Instructor; Print Shop Foreman; Utility Plant Mechanic; Utility Plant Operator; Utility Plant Supervisor; Welding Trades Instructor
Job Description:
This is journey level automotive trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the automotive mechanic trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, charts, sketches, and schematics. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates in carrying out assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of experience in the diagnosis, maintenance, repair, and replacement of various components and systems used in automobiles, trucks, or construction or heavy equipment;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the automotive mechanic trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the automotive mechanic trade.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Possession of an active Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning Technician Certificate issued by an approved provider.
Job Description:
This is journey level carpentry trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the carpentry trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, drawings, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Five years of experience in general construction or finish carpentry;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the carpentry trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the carpentry trade.
Job Description:
This is powered construction equipment operating instruction in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional institution or facility. An employee in this class provides on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates as powered construction equipment operators. Work involves the instruction of inmates in the practices, methods, and procedures of powered construction equipment operations by demonstration, inmates during close supervision during training and work assignments. Employee is responsible for the custody and discipline of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by drawings, sketches, or construction drawings. Employee makes independent judgment concerning procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates in carrying out training and work assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the operation of heavy equipment.
OR
Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which includes one year of journeyman level work.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
Job Description:
This is journey level electrical trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the electrical trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Five years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical wiring, fixtures, and equipment used in buildings;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the electrical trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the electrical trade.
Job Description:
This is journey level electronics trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the electronics trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by drawings, wiring diagrams, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Three years of experience in the testing and repair of electronic equipment;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is journey level locksmith trades work in ensuring the operability of locks and related equipment in a state correctional facility. An employee in this job is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanically, electronically, or pneumatically controlled locks. Work involves conducting routine testing; troubleshooting problems associated with locks and mechanisms; performing necessary repairs, adjustments, and parts replacement; and maintaining inspection and maintenance records. Employees in this job are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during work assignments that do not compromise security. An important aspect of this work involves ensuring the operability of equipment designated to restrain and control inmate movement to ensure the safety and security of employees and inmates. An employee in this job exercises considerable independence in determining work methods and procedures and receives assignments either orally or in writing.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Two years of experience in the locksmith trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is journey level machinist trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the machinist trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by drawings, sketches, blueprints, or models. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Five years of experience in the set-up and operation of varied equipment utilized in the fabrication of metal parts or tools;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the machinist trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the machinist trade.
Job Description:
This is work in the care, custody, and control of an inmate work crew assigned to perform general maintenance, repairs, construction, and groundskeeping work in and around a state correctional facility. An employee in this job performs and leads inmates in the performance of various tasks in the repair and maintenance of buildings and equipment as well as new construction and renovation projects and the cleaning and groundskeeping of facility buildings and surrounding grounds. Work involves the performance of semi-skilled and skilled journey-level work in the various trades, such as plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. Work also includes responsibility and accountability for the custody, discipline, and security of inmates assigned to the work crew and the efficient accomplishment of work assignments. An employee in this job exercises technical independence in determining work methods and procedures and receives assignments either orally or in writing.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of experience performing building maintenance, construction, or general trades work;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is journey level masonry trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the masonry trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, drawings, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of experience in laying brick, blocks, and other types of building materials, and binding with mortar to construct or repair walls;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the masonry trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the masonry trade.
Job Description:
This is journey level painting trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the painting trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by drawings, sketches, or color charts. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of experience in mixing and applying paint, stain, and other finishes to a variety of building surfaces;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the painting trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the painting trade.
Job Description:
This is journey level plumbing trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the plumbing trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, drawings, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Five years of experience in the inspection, maintenance, repair, assembly, and installation of pipes, fittings, and fixtures used in heating, water, and drainage systems;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the plumbing trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the plumbing trade.
Job Description:
This is highly skilled and technical work in the operation of a printing plant at a state correctional institution. An employee in this class instructs and trains inmates in the production of printing material at a state correctional institution. Work involves training and supervising inmate workers in the methods and techniques involved in the production of a variety of printed materials such as snap-out forms, stationary, bills of lading, invoices, brochures, books, catalogs, posters, programs, business cards, forms, and stickers. Employee exercises independent judgment concerning the technical phases of production. Work is received in the form of work orders. Employee may perform lead work. Duties include responsibility for the custody and discipline of inmates assigned to the employee during work hours. Supervision is received from a technical superior or administrative superior through personal inspections, conferences, and an analysis of production records.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Three years of experience in varied machine or production operations in a printing shop and graduation from high school;
OR
Three years' experience as a Corrections Officer, including one year involving varied machine and production operations in a printing shop;
OR
Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is journey level refrigeration mechanic trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the refrigeration mechanic trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, drawings, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates in carrying out assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Five years of experience in the repair and servicing of refrigeration systems or air conditioning systems;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the refrigeration or air conditioning mechanic trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the refrigeration or air conditioning mechanic trade.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Possession of an active Universal Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certificate issued by an approved provider.
Job Description:
This is journey level sheet metal trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the sheet metal trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, drawings, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of experience in the layout, fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair of sheet metal products;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the sheet metal trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the sheet metal trade.
Job Description:
This is skilled work involving the care, custody and control of inmates in the repair of high pressure boilers and related steam and mechanical equipment in a boiler plant operation which generates stem and/or electric supplies; or receives steam and/or electric supplies from outside vendors at a State Correctional Institution or Facility. An employee in this class performs and leads inmates in the performance of a wide variety of skilled mechanical tasks in the maintenance and repair of high-pressure steam boilers, stationary steam engines and related steam and/or electric and heating equipment. Duties include responsibility and accountability for the care, custody, and control of inmates assigned to the employee during a work shift.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year of experience in performing skilled mechanical repair work involving heavy machines; and such training as may have been gained through graduation from high school;
OR
Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.
Job Description:
This is manual and skilled mechanical work involving the care, custody, and control of inmates in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a boiler plant at a state correctional institution or facility. An employee in this job performs the work and directs inmates on an assigned shift in the maintenance, operation, and repair of a boiler plant that generates steam, hot water, chilled water, or electricity, or receives steam, hot water, chilled water, or electric services from outside vendors. Work includes monitoring boiler plant systems and making adjustments to ensure proper operation; keeping accurate records of fuel consumption and steam, hot water, or chilled water production; and recommending changes to procedures or equipment to increase plant efficiency. Work may involve the operation of auxiliary electric generating equipment for either regular production of electricity or as a standby for emergencies. An employee in this job is also responsible for the care, custody, and control of assigned inmates during a work shift.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a steam or hot water generating plant, or a steam and electric generating plant;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Certain positions require possession of an active Power (Stationary) Engineer license.
Job Description:
This is supervisory and technical work in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a boiler plant at a state correctional institution or facility. An employee in this job is responsible for supervising the overall operations and maintenance of a boiler plant operation that generates steam, hot water, or electricity, or receives steam, hot water or electric supplies from outside vendors at a state correctional institution or facility. Work involves directing the continuous operation of plant equipment; developing and directing programs of ongoing preventive and emergency maintenance; and recommending needed revisions, renovations, and equipment to provide services as operating conditions change. Work also involves developing and implementing changes to reduce operational costs and improve service efficiency. An employee in this job is also responsible for the care, custody, and control of an inmate work crew. Work is performed with considerable technical independence but is reviewed for service continuity and operational efficiency through reports and plant inspections.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Two years as a Corrections Utility Plant Operator;
Or
Five years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a steam generating plant, or steam and electric generating plant, including two years of experience as a lead operator;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is work is detailed to the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant at a state correctional institution or facility. An employee in this job is responsible and accountable for the custody, discipline and security of inmates assigned to the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant. Work involves supervising inmates in the operation, maintenance and repair of motors, pumps, valves, water softeners, chemical feeders, chlorinators, filters, flow records, controllers and related water treatment equipment. Work also involves supervising and performing the sampling and chemical testing of plant influent or effluent to ensure acceptable potability, pH level, purity, clarity, biochemical oxygen demand level, and the safety of the effluent for either human consumption or environmental protection. Another part of the position is scheduling inmate work activities, assigning work, and reviewing work for adherence to established procedures and guidelines in the operation of a water treatment plant or on an assigned shift in a multi-shift operation. As an instructor you will be training assigned inmates in the operation and maintenance of water treatment equipment, evaluating inmate performance, and supervising plant activities.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid certificate issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Systems Operators as a water treatment plant operator that is equal to or higher than the highest applicable class and type of water treatment plant to be operated. Possession of a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Job Description:
This is journey level welding trades work in the vocational training of inmates at a state correctional facility. An employee in this job provides structured on-the-job training and shop instruction for the vocational training of inmates in the welding trade to promote employability upon reintegration to the community. Work involves the close supervision and instruction of inmates during classroom and on-the-job training and work assignments. Employees are responsible for the care, custody, and control of inmates during training and work assignments. Work is received in the form of work orders which may be accompanied by diagrams, drawings, sketches, or blueprints. Employees independently determine procedures, tools, equipment, and materials to be used by inmates during vocational training and assignments.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Four years of experience in arc and gas welding of various components or structural frameworks;
OR
Completion of an approved apprenticeship in the welding trade;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes one year of journey level work in the welding trade.
Job Description:
This is work in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant at a state correctional institution or facility. An employee in this job is responsible for supervising inmates assigned to participate in the operation and maintenance of an institutional wastewater treatment plant. Work involves supervising the operation, maintenance and repair of motors, pumps, compressors, valves, filters, chlorinators, digestors, aerators, grit removers, and related equipment in wastewater treatment plants. Work also involves supervising and performing the sampling and chemical testing of plant influent or effluent to determine pH level, chlorine residual and settleable solids, the biochemical oxygen demand level, and safety of the effluent for environmental protection. Work includes scheduling inmate work activities, assigning work, and reviewing work for adherence to established procedures and guidelines in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant or on an assigned shift in a multi-shift operation. Work also includes training assigned inmates in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment, evaluating inmate performance, and supervising plant activities. Work is received through oral and written instructions and completed work is reviewed by a technical or administrative supervisor for effectiveness of results and continuity of services.
Minimum Experience & Training: One year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Board for Certification of Water and Wastewater Systems Operators as a wastewater treatment plant operator that is equal to or higher than the highest applicable class and type of wastewater treatment plant to be operated. Possession of a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Psychology
Job Description:
This is practitioner level professional work providing psychological services at a Commonwealth facility.
An employee in this job performs independent and specialized work in clinical, vocational, rehabilitation, educational, habilitation, forensic or research areas of a psychological services program. Work includes selecting appropriate psychological tests; testing, interpreting and diagnosing an individual's psychological service's needs; collaborating with psychiatric or medical services staff; planning, developing, implementing and coordinating individuals' psychological treatment programs, consultations, clinical services and individual and group therapies with multidisciplinary staff; evaluating individual progress; and adjusting psychological treatment plans. Work may also include testifying as an expert witness in legal proceedings, signing official documents, such as recertification of care and redetermination of individual financial competency; and serving as coordinator of a multidisciplinary treatment team with responsibility to oversee development of comprehensive treatment plans for individuals. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level licensed psychologist or program administrator and is subject to review through consultation and evaluation of work performed.
Necessary Requirements:
Possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology.
Job Description:
This is professional, supervisory, and administrative work in the field of psychology within the Department of Corrections.
An employee in this job manages a psychological services program at a State Correctional Institution, or in a central office setting assists with the overall administration of the Department's psychological services programs. At a State Correctional Institution, work involves supervising a psychological services staff of technical and licensed personnel; evaluating the effectiveness of inmate psychological services; and developing and integrating psychological services policies and procedures. In a central office organization, employees are responsible for assisting with the review, development, and implementation of the Department's mental health policies and procedures; conducting operational compliance audits of the psychological services programs at State Correctional Institutions; and providing training and clinical direction to the psychologists, counselors, and other unit staff members at corrections facilities throughout the state. Work is performed under the general direction of a Deputy Corrections Superintendent, Licensed Psychologist Director, or another administrative superior; and is subject to
review through consultation, written reports, and evaluations of program effectiveness.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist;
OR
One year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness, mental retardation, or behavioral dysfunction.
Necessary Requirements:
Possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology
OR
Possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by another state with licensure requirements acceptable to the Board.
**Applicants with out-of-state licensure must obtain Pennsylvania licensure within one year of employment.
Job Description:
This is technical work in the field of psychological services at a state correctional institution or facility.
An employee in this class applies psychological principles, practices and services to assist inmates in achieving correctional diagnostic, classification and treatment goals. Work involves the application of principles, methodologies, and technical skills within special fields such as vocational counseling and guidance, measurement, and evaluation, research or clinical psychology. The work also involves administering, scoring and interpreting objective and projective tests for which the employee has appropriate training; selecting and using instruments of psychological measurement; preparing preliminary inmate psychological profiles/reports; participating in inmate psychological interviews; performing psychological evaluations of inmates; and preparing preliminary reports of recommendations and findings. Work is performed under the direct and close supervision of a licensed psychologist or administrative superior and is evaluated for effectiveness of methodology, technique, completeness, accuracy, adherence to established psychological practices and standards, and achievement of inmate treatment and rehabilitation goals.
Minimum Experience & Training:
A Master's degree in psychology or a closely related field, which includes fifteen graduate level credits in psychology, counseling, educational counseling, rehabilitation, human development, learning, or motivation.
**Online Exam MUST be completed and a passing score received before you are eligible to apply for an open position.
Job Description:
This is professional level work in the field of psychological services at a state correctional institution or facility.
An employee in this class performs professional level work in the application of psychological principles, practices, and services to inmates in achieving correctional diagnostic, classification, and treatment goals. Work involves the independent selection, administration and interpretation of a wide range of projective and objective psychological tests; providing individual and group counseling and psychotherapy; developing and implementing inmate psychological treatment plans and strategies; and serving as a member of institutional multi-disciplinary treatment committees. Employees in this class independently prepare inmate psychological profiles, reports, and evaluations for treatment, though they may be subject to co-signature by a licensed psychologist or administrative superior. An employee exercises independent initiative and judgment under the general supervision of a licensed psychologist or administrative superior. Work may involve assisting in the supervision of technical level psychological services personnel. Work is evaluated for effectiveness of methodology, technique, completeness, accuracy, adherence to established psychological practices and standards, and achievement of inmate treatment and rehabilitation program goals.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Two years as a Psychological Services Associate Corrections;
OR
A Master's degree in psychology or a closely related field which includes fifteen graduate level credits in psychology: and two years of experience in the field of psychology under the direct supervision of a licensed psychologist.
Security
Job Description:
An employee in this class is responsible for providing the care, custody, control and non-professional counseling of inmates.
Minimum Experience & Training:
- Must meet Pennsylvania Residency Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application
Condition of Employment and Legal Requirements
- You must pass a medical screening
- You must pass a background investigation
- You must pass a psychological evaluation
- You must pass a urinalysis screening for drugs
To be eligible for consideration, you must complete the Online Exam and receive a passing score. Once you have received this score, view current job openings to apply.
Treatment Services
Job Description:
This is religious and treatment services work in a program for the spiritual guidance and rehabilitation of patients, clients, residents, and inmates of state institutions. Employees in this class conduct an institutional chaplaincy program consisting of formal and informal religious work and participation in the rehabilitative programs of the institution or provide formal and informal religious work and management of religious resources of the institution. The conduct of an institutional chaplaincy program involves participation on the treatment/rehabilitation team, direct involvement in the evaluation of residents and the planning and conduct of individual, group, or family counseling as part of the formal treatment/rehabilitation plan. Work includes the conduct of worship services, special and ecumenical services, visitation with residents, and pastoral counseling. Work also includes the explanation of religious beliefs to staff members and methods for dealing with the religious problems or residents. Work is performed within the rules and regulations of the institution under the general direction of a higher-level chaplain or other administrative supervisor.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Official sanction by the appropriate faith group to practice as a religious leader.
Job Description:
This is professional work in providing a program of structured leisure time and recreational activities for inmates in a state correction institution and facility. The employee in this class develops, schedules, coordinates, and conducts leisure time and recreational activities involving inmates at all levels of interest and ability in the areas of sports, physical fitness, games, creative and performing arts and social recreation. Work may involve providing training and information to inmates on the rules of sports, games and other topics; developing and presenting information on wellness, life skills, decision planning, organization, and assessment; providing guidance to inmate organizations, such as, J.C.'s, Lifers, and others; and in the development of volunteerism. Programs are designed to motivate and provide opportunities for expression of inmate talents through individual and group participation, which may be of entertaining or therapeutic value, or for avocational development. Supervision is exercised over inmate workers and activity participants and volunteer workers. Work may be performed in the afternoon, evening and on weekends, under the general direction of a professional or administrative superior and is evaluated through conferences, reports, program effectiveness and for compliance with security regulations.
Minimum Experience & Training:
A bachelor's degree with major course work in recreation and physical education;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training science, psychology or social work;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences.
Job Description:
This is entry level professional work in counseling and providing casework services to inmates or residents in a Department of Corrections facility. An employee in this job provides counseling to inmates at a state correctional institution or residents assigned to a community corrections center. Work includes utilizing casework, group, or individual counseling methods and techniques to help individuals adjust to institutionalized living or to transition from a structured supervised institutional environment to a less structured community setting; to assist them in solving social, economic, and emotional problems; and to enable them to develop a sense of dignity and responsibility. Supervision is received from a professional or administrative supervisor, and work is reviewed for effectiveness through observation, conferences, and evaluation of results.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Three years and six months as a corrections officer, and 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field;
OR
A bachelor's degree in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes or is supplemented by 18 college credits in sociology, counseling, psychology, social work, corrections, criminal justice, or a related field.
Job Description:
This is professional vocational counseling work in providing employment and skills development opportunities to inmates in a state correctional facility. An employee in this job is responsible for recommending work assignments and vocational/technical training for the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans for inmates. Supervision may be exercised over Corrections Employment and Vocational Assistants and clerical staff. Work involves coordinating the utilization of inmate workers to fulfill the needs of facility's activities in a variety of occupational areas; identifying and resolving a variety of issues associated with screening and placing inmates into appropriate jobs due to the skills required in the job assignments, the limitations imposed by the inmates' physical and psychological conditions, and the impact of the inmates' prescriptive program plans on job placement; and recommending the creation of new inmate jobs and accompanying pay scales to ensure the support of the facility's activities and occupational requirements. Work also includes accountability for the facility's inmate payroll and compensation system by ensuring that inmate job assignments and payment for work performed are accomplished in accordance with agency policies and guidelines. Work is reviewed for effectiveness by an administrative supervisor through conferences and evaluation of results.
Minimum Experience & Training:
Two years of experience as a Corrections Employment and Vocational Assistant;
OR
Two years of para-professional experience in obtaining and evaluating vocational or employment information;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Job Description:
This is beginning level, professional counseling work in the care, treatment, and rehabilitation of persons within a drug and/or alcohol abuse treatment program in a state institution or facility. An employee in this class provides professional drug and/or alcohol rehabilitation services for inmates, patients or residents who have been diagnosed with or have a documented history of drug and/or alcohol abuse/dependency. Under the guidance and supervision of a higher-level professional, the incumbent initially performs work at the beginning level of professional counseling. Latitude in judgment is restricted until the incumbent begins to demonstrate an understanding of the processes and techniques used to rehabilitate inmates, patients, or residents with drug and/or alcohol abuse problems. The employee participates in drug and alcohol screenings, preparing case histories and records, assessments and orientations, parole/discharge/furlough planning, Community Corrections and local agency referrals and other related administrative duties. Work is reviewed by a higher-level professional through individual conferences.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year of experience as a Corrections Counselor or Social Worker;
OR
One year of professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting and a bachelor's degree that includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences;
OR
One year of para-professional experience providing drug and alcohol counseling services directly to clients in a social work setting; and certification by the PA Chemical Abuse Certification Board as a "Certified Addictions Counselor";
OR
A master's degree with major course work in addictions science, psychology or social work;
OR
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 18 college credits in the behavioral sciences.
Job Description:
This is religious and treatment services work in a program for the spiritual guidance of patients/residents/clients/inmates of state facilities. An employee in this class is responsible for directing and coordinating a comprehensive chaplaincy program at a state operated facility. Work includes the conduct of worship services, special and ecumenical services, visitation and consultation with patients/residents/clients/inmates, the conduct of religiously oriented classes and religious or pastoral counseling. An important aspect of the work involves the integration of chaplaincy services, both contractual as well as others, with multidisciplinary treatment team services and consistent with the needs of the patients/residents/clients/inmates and the facility. Work may include training and related supervision of students from affiliated schools who are enrolled in an informal or introductory clinical pastoral training program. Employees are responsible for evaluating need for and the adequacy of chaplaincy services provided, and the integration of the chaplaincy program into the total system of care, treatment, and rehabilitation. Supervision is exercised over facility clergy and/or direction is provided to assure that chaplaincy service providers perform services in accordance with contract provisions. Work is performed independently under the general administrative direction of a Mental Health Facility Superintendent, Mental Retardation Director, or Corrections Deputy Superintendent, within established policies and guidelines.
Minimum Experience & Training:
One year of pastoral experience in an institutional setting;
OR
One year of formal chaplaincy training, e.g., clinical pastoral education or by the National Association of Catholic Chaplains; and a master's degree in Divinity, Theology or Pastoral Counseling.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Official ordination and sanction by a faith group to practice as a Priest, Minister, Rabbi, or religious leader.
Job Description:
An employee in this job develops, implements and provides social work, counseling and case management services to individuals to enhance their social functioning and to help them attain a more satisfactory social, economic, emotional or physical adjustment at a Commonwealth mental retardation (MR) center, mental health (MH) hospital, youth development center/youth forestry camp (YDC/YFC), veterans' long-term care facility, or in a state correctional institution. Work involves interacting with individuals, family members, guardians, agency staff, or community agency staff to plan, provide, or coordinate needed social work services. Work is performed in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures under the general supervision of a professional or administrative supervisor. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports and results achieved in meeting goals and objectives.
Minimum Experience & Training:
A bachelor's or master's degree in social work or social welfare.
