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Military Corrections Caseworkers
Median Salary
138,444
Workforce Count
326
Overview
What are the responsibilities of this role?
Corrections caseworkers provide individual and group counseling and assist prisoners in achieving successful transition back to military life. They perform initial and weekly reviews and assist in prisoner evaluation. They monitor and report significant behavioral changes and participate in treatment, clemency, parole, and work assignments. They also review and apply policies and directives, and support communication between unit and confined personnel.
What is the work environment like?
Corrections caseworkers usually work in offices or clinics.
How many people have this role in the Military?
326
Compensation
Understanding How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you’ll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Always fixed based on rank and service time.
- Distributed monthly.
What is the typical salary range?
Salary by Years of Service
$183,434
2 Years
$135,335
6 Years
$183,434
10+ Years
Median Salary
Military Details
Is this a staff or leadership role?
Enlisted service members execute vital tasks, support operations alongside officers and develop role-specific skills to achieve mission success.
Learn More About Enlisted and Officer PathsWhat does the training for this role entail?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Corrections caseworkers develop skills in meeting the social and psychological needs of service members primarily through on-the-job learning in various healthcare environments. Training content may include:
- Orientation to counseling and social service programs
- Interviewing and counseling methods
- Treatments for drug and alcohol abuse
- Psychological testing techniques
Education
What level of education do professionals in this role have?
Which college majors best prepare you for this role?
- Social Work
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The Military has several programs that cover college costs — so you can pursue your education with little to no debt.
Learn More About Paying For CollegeSkills and Interest
What knowledge is essential to bring to the table?
- Psychology
- Therapy and Counseling
- Public Safety and Security
- Law and Government
- English Language
What personality traits help people thrive in this role?
Social
You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.
Conventional
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
Enterprising
You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.
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