Correctional Officer - Correctional Center, Windham

We’re hiring moral, ethical, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Correctional Officers at Maine Correctional Center in Windham, ME. Through the Maine Model of Corrections, we are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for both staff and residents.

No experience necessary. Paid training with State Certification provided. Lateral credit considered for experienced Correctional Officers.

Work/Life Balance: A base schedule of working 7 out of 14 days per pay period. We are a 24/7/365 secured facility with 12-Hour shifts, Night, Weekend, and Shift Differentials, Premium Overtime Pay, and Merit and Longevity Increases.

Minimum Requirements to Apply:

• At least 18-years-old.
• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Hold a valid driver's license.

Background check is required. Must have no serious criminal or extensive motor vehicle records.

Benefits

Summary:

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurances.
• 25-year Maine
  
  PERS Retirement.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave.
• 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for new parents.
• 17 days of paid Military Leave for active-duty soldiers.
• Employee Assistance Program offering free support on work/life, financial, legal, and confidential counseling matters.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement up to $40 per month.
• We are an eligible employer in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Uniforms provided.
• Free meals when service is during your shift.

Duties:

We believe that compassion plays a vital role in the transformation process, so we seek candidates who are able to foster positive relationships with residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries. As a Correctional Officer, you are responsible for maintaining and ensuring the safety and security of all individuals under your care.

Responsibilities Include:

• Observe, monitor, direct, oversee, and evaluate the activity and movement of residents within a specified area.
• Participate in the development and implementation of residents’ treatment strategies.
• Ensure observance of institutional rules, security, and safety.
• Counsel, support, and advise residents regarding personal matters, institutional rules and regulations, health and safety standards, and treatment strategies.
• Assist residents in adjusting to institutional life.
• Evaluate potential problems and emergencies through intervention and behavior management.
• Utilize pro-social communication, de-escalation techniques, and other methods to maintain safety and security.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of resident motivation and psychology, problems associated with institutional life, and rehabilitation and treatment programs.
• Correctional institution rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Paid Education, Training, & State Certification

• Six-Week paid ‘Basic Corrections Training Program’ (BCTP) w/State Certification.
• Classroom instruction and hands-on scenario training in the secured facility.

Maine Department of Corrections is destigmatizing corrections for the betterment of all Maine communities. Through the ‘Maine Model of Corrections’, we promote the safety of our staff and residents while reducing barriers to meaningful rehabilitative opportunities.

Maine State Government is an Equal Opportunity employer, embracing a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members.