Corrections Specialist 4 - Domestic Violence Treatment

Corrections Specialist 4 - Domestic Violence Treatment

Salary

$7,066.00 - $9,506.00 Monthly

Location

Multiple Locations Statewide, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

2026-05346

Department

Dept. of Corrections

Division

Reentry

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary Information

The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

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Description

Corrections Specialist 4 (CS4)

Reentry - Domestic Violence Treatment Program

Multiple locations statewide: Spokane, Wenatchee, Seattle, Tacoma, and Longview

Salary Range: $7,066 - $9,506 per month

The Department of Corrections is hiring for multiple Corrections Specialist 4 (CS4) positions to support the Domestic Violence Treatment Program. These roles will service catchment areas across Washington State, including Spokane, Wenatchee, Seattle, Tacoma, and Longview. Applicants will indicate their preferred location(s) when applying.

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. The Reentry Division's Domestic Violence Treatment Program (DVTP) is responsible for the delivery and implementation of evidence-based assessment and treatment practices and the operational support to facilitate the participation of individuals in treatment designed to decrease recidivism, which increases the safety of staff, clients, and the public. The incumbent in this position is responsible for providing competent evidence-based clinical services to those clients assigned to their caseload who are currently incarcerated or have recently released from incarceration. The provision of domestic/intimate partner violence specific assessment and treatment has been demonstrated to reduce clients' risk of re-offense upon release to the community.

This Corrections Specialist 4 is considered an expert level position with statewide responsibilities within the Domestic Violence Treatment Program. This position will be considered as an expert resource in Domestic Violence assessment and treatment for the Reentry Division and other correctional divisions statewide. The incumbent will conduct risk assessments to determine treatment targets, facilitate group and individual therapy to address treatment needs, prepare all program required documentation, and provide expert level guidance and contributions to policy development, implementation, and improvements. In addition, the incumbent will work collaboratively with our internal and external criminal justice partners to ensure clients are held accountable and remain safe in the community.

A completed application packet will include:

• A cover letter regarding your interest in this position with our agency
• A detailed resume
• Three professional references
• Transcripts, if applicable

Please note: Incomplete application packages may disqualify an application from the selection process. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the Supplemental Questions section of this application.

This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE)

Duties

Corrections Specialist 4, duties include:

Provide group and individual evidence-based domestic violence treatment to adult men and women in both field and Reentry Center settings. Facilitate behavioral change in clients. Complete all required documentation in a timely manner.

• Conduct group and individual therapy following the approved curriculum and program guidelines. Complete documentation to include initial treatment plans, group and individual progress notes, and a comprehensive treatment summary for external distribution. Additionally, some clients may require treatment summary addendums and/or additional documentation.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, review, and improvements to DVT policies and statewide and local unit processes on an ongoing basis.
• Contribute to the development of internal statewide quality assurance and continuous quality improvement standards and processes and provide those services as part of the unit's internal QA/CQI process.
• As an expert in the DVT field, provide insight and involvement in ongoing implementation and curriculum improvements as well as resolving complex, critical, and precedent setting issues using their field expertise and knowledge, experience, and understanding of the field's most up to date and relevant research findings.

Assess client treatment needs and risk using DSHS-approved risk and behavioral assessments.

• Conduct individual assessment interviews.
• Review file material and collateral information.
• Compete risk and behavioral assessments to determine level of service.
• Document assessments and recommendations in both case files and the electronic file.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address risk and assist in developing protective factors for clients.

• Regularly attend and participate in local domestic violence task force, intervention committee, or work group in service area.
• Work directly with guardian and victim advocates concerning the management of those with domestic violence related offenses.
• Present client information to committees related to client planning.
• Confer with case managers to assist in case planning and management.

Participate in required team meetings, unit meetings, and trainings. Meet with supervisor for clinical and administrative supervision.

• Participate in regular meetings with supervisor.
• Be available and participate in team, unit, division, and department meetings and trainings.
• Complete continuing education credits to maintain DSHS certification.
• Complete Annual In-service trainings as required.
• Complete continuing education credits to maintain DSHS certification.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Apply, obtain/maintain Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor registration per RCW 18.19.030 within 30 days of hire.

An agency affiliated counselor may only provide counseling services as part of his or her employment for a recognized agency. Applicants for an agency affiliated counselor credential who apply within 30 days of employment may provide services within the agency for up to 90 days while the Department of Health processes your application.

AND

A Bachelor's Degree in a behavioral science, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or closely related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.

NOTE:

(a) In accordance with WAC 388-60B-0210, DSHS may grant an exception or waiver from education compliance with this requirement if the exception would not violate an existing local, state, federal, or tribal law;

(b) In order to qualify for an exception, the employee must possess year-for-year professional level experience equivalent to a related bachelors degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or similar social service field and the department determines this equivalency at the discretion of the DSHS program manager responsible for monitoring domestic violence intervention treatment programs

AND

Two (2) years of demonstrated experience providing individual or group domestic violence intervention treatment, mental health treatment, chemical dependency treatment, or sex offense treatment. Demonstrated experience must include six (6) months of work experience providing treatment and/or therapy specifically to groups.

NOTE: A Masters degree in a behavioral science, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or closely related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent, may be substituted for one (1) year of demonstrated experience providing individual or group domestic violence intervention treatment, mental health treatment, chemical dependency treatment, or sex offense treatment.

Additional clarification: Work experience in treatment and/or therapy to "groups" is defined as, "group experience where responsibilities have included treatment and/or therapy planning, treatment program implementation and/or direct delivery of client treatment services. This work experience may also be obtained during masters degree program internships."

NOTE: Licensing as a Psychologist, Social Worker or Mental Health Counselor may be substituted for the Affiliated Counselor registration. Each employee is expected to maintain and adhere to the continuing education requirements for the applicable professional credential. Each employee must adhere to legislation and/or law changes that may affect current licensure and/or registration requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in an academic area related to psychology, social work and/or psychotherapy.

Two years professional experience delivering Washington State-certified or out-of-state equivalent domestic violence treatment.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

• Complete a felony disclosure form prior to employment and submit to a criminal background check.

• Successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation and all other mandatory annual, in-service and other required training.

• Provide physical residential address and home telephone number to the Department of Corrections.

• Become familiar and comply with all Department policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.

• Submit to drug testing in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement and agency policy.

• Must maintain a WA state Driver's License.

• (b) Free of criminal convictions involving domestic violence or moral turpitude;

• (i) Direct service staff who have convictions involving crimes of domestic violence or moral turpitude may submit a written explanation of their convictions and a request for an exception to this requirement;

• Must obtain and maintain WA state Agency Affiliated Counselor credential per WAC 18.19.030

Supplemental Information

Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Mission: Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

For more information about our agency, visit our Mission & Vision.

The WA State Department of Corrections (DOC) is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• This recruitment may be used to fill more than one position, and this recruitment may be used to fill additional positions up to sixty days after all listed positions have been filled.
• References: A minimum of three professional references with a valid email and phone number for each is required. Although current and recent supervisors are preferred, a professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• Salary is based on skills and abilities that apply to the primary functions of the role and/or years of experience and is decided at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes steps A-M, or A-U if a registered nurse (RN). Within your permanent salary range, step M (or step U if an RN) is a longevity step, it is typically gained six years after being assigned to step L (or step T if an RN).
• Work with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals: This position may work directly with or near incarcerated or supervised individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Take this into account before applying.
• Background and criminal record history checks will be conducted prior to employment. Information gathered may not preclude employment, but it will be considered in determining your suitability for the position.
• Pre-employment drug test: A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants who test positive for a controlled substance may be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure you could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within sixty days of the date of hire. If the test result is positive, further information, testing, and treatment will be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure you could expect in this position.
• Respiratory protection: This position may require a respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Verification Form I-9: The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of Form I-9's list of acceptable documents. Note: DOC does not use E-Verify. We are not able to partake in STEM Optional Practice Training (OPT).
• Foreign equivalent degrees: If your degree was awarded outside the United States, you may be required to provide a credential evaluation report if your education is used to meet the minimum requirements. Request a report fromwww.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org.
• Represented position: This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE)

What We Offer

Your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides a generous retirement plan and comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, additional perks might include:

• Fourteen to twenty-five paid vacation days per year (depending on years of service and in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement [CBA] if a represented position)
• Eight hours of paid sick leave per month
• Eleven paid holidays per year (includes one personal holiday)
• One personal leave day per year (in accordance with the CBA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
• Deferred Compensation Program (DCP)
• And more! Visit our benefits page for more information.

Retirement Options - This position is eligible for the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

• PERS: State employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer-contributed retirement programs within PERS. For additional information, refer to the Department of Retirement Systems or call 800-547-6657.

For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact raven.richman@doc1.wa.gov or 360-515-2470.

For TTY service, call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Do you have a valid Washington State Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

02

This recruitment will fill five (5) Corrections Specialist 4 positions across multiple locations statewide. Please indicate which catchment area(s) you are interested in being considered for (select all that apply):

• Spokane
• Wenatchee
• Seattle
• Tacoma
• Longview

03

Please select the option that most accurately describes your education:

• A Masters degree in a behavioral science, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or closely related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• A Bachelor's Degree in a behavioral science, such as Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or closely related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.
• An Associate or Technical Degree from a recognized college or educational institution.
• A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• I do not possess the education listed above.

04

Select the option that best aligns with your experience:

• More than two (2) years of demonstrated experience providing individual or group domestic violence intervention treatment, mental health treatment, chemical dependency treatment, or sex offense treatment. Demonstrated experience must include six (6) months of work experience providing treatment and/or therapy specifically to groups.
• Two (2) years of demonstrated experience providing individual or group domestic violence intervention treatment, mental health treatment, chemical dependency treatment, or sex offense treatment. Demonstrated experience must include six (6) months of work experience providing treatment and/or therapy specifically to groups.
• One (1) year of demonstrated experience providing individual or group domestic violence intervention treatment, mental health treatment, chemical dependency treatment, or sex offense treatment. Demonstrated experience must include six (6) months of work experience providing treatment and/or therapy specifically to groups.
• Less than one (1) year of demonstrated experience providing individual or group domestic violence intervention treatment, mental health treatment, chemical dependency treatment, or sex offense treatment. Demonstrated experience must include six (6) months of work experience providing treatment and/or therapy specifically to groups.
• I do not have demonstrated experience providing individual or group domestic violence intervention treatment, mental health treatment, chemical dependency treatment, or sex offense treatment.

05

Have you been trained to deliver domestic violence treatment intervention assessments and treatment services by an established and certified domestic violence intervention treatment services program or other organization that has been approved by DSHS to provide the training?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have experience providing supervised, direct treatment services to domestic violence participants in a certified domestic violence intervention treatment program?

• Yes
• No

07

If you answered yes to having experience providing supervised, direct treatment services to domestic violence participants in a certified domestic violence intervention treatment program, please list the program or organization's name, the name and contact information of the person that supervised your service delivery, and the dates you provided this service for the program or organization:

08

Do you have experience working with victims of domestic violence?

• Yes
• No

09

If you answered yes having experience working with victims of domestic violence, please list the program or organizations name and dates for who you provided these services:

10

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• Yes
• No

11

If hired for this position, will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment search?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

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