Sexual Offender Treatment Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $45,300.00 - $61,100.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 187001
Agency: Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon
Division: Office of Executive Programs
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 8/25/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: GA35
Position Number:: 61109931
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN08
Hiring Range - Min.: $45,300.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $61,100.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All employees interested in applying for the position must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov no later than 5 p.m. on the closing date.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision of the Sex Offender Treatment Manager, the Sex Offender Treatment Specialist will be responsible for providing clinical interventions, evaluations, treatment, education, and coordination of aftercare for clients under the supervision of the department. Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure appropriate, timely, and consistent services are provided. Responsible for developing and completing initial treatment plans, maintaining progress notes and assisting in evaluating the effectiveness of the program. Participate in the development of curriculum and trainings for both offenders and agency staff. Enhance department staff's awareness and knowledge of sex offender treatment programming and treatment protocols.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year's experience facilitating treatment in group settings. Prior experience with telehealth. Working with the adult sex offender population.
Additional Comments
SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.
Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.
SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThe South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).
THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR POLICE OFFICER RETIREMENT SYSTEM MEMBERSHIP
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Indicate your highest level of education completed.

• High School/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

02
Do you have at least one year's experience facilitating treatment in group setting? If yes, please explain.
03
Do you have experience working with the adult sex offender population. If yes, please explain.
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Are you currently employed with SCDPPPS?

• Yes
• No

05
If currently employed with SCDPPPS please list your current position and location.
06
Please present a brief statement of interests and qualifications for the position you are applying for.
07
How did you find out about this position?

• State Government Website (jobs.sc.gov)
• Career Fair
• Social Media
• Friend
• DPPPS Recruiter
• DPPPS Employee
• TV/Streaming
• Internet/online
• Other

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If you answered "DPPPS Employee" or "DPPPS Recruiter" please list the name of the employee.
09
If you answered "Other" please tell us how you learned of this position.
10
Do you have any relatives currently under supervision of this Department? If yes, provide names and relationship below.
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Are you following SCDPPPS on Facebook and/or Twitter to keep up with SCDPPPS current job posting?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever done any of the following with SCDPPPS?

• Volunteer
• Intern
• Job Shadow
• None

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If you have ever volunteered, been an intern, or job shadowed with SCDPPPS, please provide county/location and date.
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Law Enforcement Officers of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face or throat/front of the neck, or the area of the chest that would be visible while wearing approved attire are prohibited; tattoos below the wrist, except for a single band tattoo on one finger of either the right or left hand are prohibited.Non-sworn employees of the Department shall be permitted to have visible tattoos within the below criteria: depictions of nudity, violence, or criminal activity is prohibited; sexually explicit/vulgar art, words, or profane language is prohibited; representation of criminal or historically oppressive organizations, groups, affiliations, gangs, or activities is prohibited; tattoos on the face are prohibited.Do you understand the SCDPPPS' tattoo policy?

• Yes
• No

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