Well developed communication skills are required. The work requires light physical exertion. The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required.
Serious injury is possible.
Distinguishing Features Differs from the Correctional Officer series which describes responsibility for security of the institution rather than counseling and rehabilitation programs for the inmates. Differs from the Corrections Counselor II class which provides for work with the more recalcitrant inmates and participation in unit team management. As a member of the unit team, formulates recommendations concerning the inmates and their rehabilitation needs and parole plans. Reviews and summarizes inmate educational, psychological, social, conviction and related background information. Participate in various institutional committees such as the Disciplinary Board, parole hearings and special project committees to provide input into treatment and security programs.