Detention Officer

Why Work at Social Purpose Corrections

Social Purpose Corrections (SPC) is committed to building correctional environments that are safe, professional, and mission driven. Our team members play an essential role in maintaining secure facilities, supporting effective operations, and upholding the standards required to protect staff, residents, and the public.

At SPC, we invest in the people who make this work possible. Employees are treated as professionals and are supported through training, opportunities for professional development, and clear expectations that promote accountability and teamwork. We believe strong organizations are built by supporting the growth, well‑being, and leadership potential of their staff.

Our workplace culture emphasizes professionalism, respect, and shared responsibility. We strive to create an environment where employees can take pride in their work, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and contribute to safe and well‑managed facilities.

Our mission is simple:
create safer facilities, stronger staff, and better outcomes for individuals and communities. By joining Social Purpose Corrections, you become part of a team dedicated to high standards of performance, ethical correctional practice, and meaningful public service.

Employer: Social Purpose Corrections (SPC)

Location: Hagerstown, MD

Employment Type: Full Time

The Correctional Counselor supports the day‑to‑day needs of detained individuals within an immigration detention facility operating under U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention standards. The counselor serves as a key point of contact for detainees within assigned housing communities and helps ensure that daily living conditions, supplies, and facility services are delivered in an orderly and professional manner.

Correctional Counselors work closely with security staff, program staff, and facility leadership to maintain a safe, well organized, and respectful housing environment. The position does not serve in the direct security chain of command but functions as a senior staff resource assigned to specific housing communities or program areas.

• Serve as a primary staff contact for detainees within assigned housing communities.
• Monitor daily living conditions within housing units and report issues related to cleanliness, sanitation, or facility maintenance.
• Ensure detainees have appropriate access to required items such as clothing, bedding, hygiene supplies, and other approved personal property.
• Coordinate with facility departments to address resident needs related to housing conditions or daily living requirements.
• Encourage compliance with facility rules and promote a safe and orderly housing environment.

• Conduct routine walkthroughs of assigned housing areas to monitor living conditions and unit operations.
• Identify and report facility maintenance issues, sanitation concerns, or operational problems affecting housing units.
• Support efforts to maintain clean, orderly, and well managed living areas.
• Work collaboratively with security staff to address operational concerns within housing communities.

• Provide information to detainees regarding facility procedures, schedules, and available services.
• Assist detainees with routine questions or concerns related to housing conditions or facility operations.
• Promote respectful communication between detainees and staff while reinforcing facility rules and expectations.

• Maintain appropriate records related to housing unit conditions, supply distribution, and detainee concerns.
• Report operational issues, maintenance needs, or safety concerns to facility leadership.
• Communicate relevant information to appropriate facility staff.

• Some Correctional Counselors may be assigned to support facility programs and activities.
• Program assignments may include:

• Assisting with coordination of detainee programs, activities, or educational opportunities.
• Supporting scheduling, participation…