Casual Correctional Officers

BI-WEEKLY HOURS : On demand

Casual Correctional Officers provide security, supervision of offenders, and a variety of program and services for offenders within a correctional centre on a rotating shift basis.

The major focus of the work is the protection of society and rehabilitation of offenders. Casuals are required to cover shifts when permanent officers are on leave or there is a requirement for additional staffing.

Duties will include :

• following safety, security and custody procedures involving security checks, offender head counts, searches and supervision of offenders;
• supervising the daily routine of offenders;
• maintaining control over use and access to security equipment;
• providing assistance in the development of case plans for offenders;
• working with assigned offenders by providing information and support to assist in the rehabilitation of offenders;
• assisting in the development of a release plan for offenders;
• assisting with referrals for medical, assessment, and treatment purposes, as required;
• completing required documentation on an ongoing basis;
• assisting in the delivery of offender programs under the coordination of program personnel;
• preparing incident reports as required;
• initiating offender discipline as required according to the Correctional Services Act and Regulations and in consultation with correctional personnel;
• ensuring policy and procedures are followed on a daily basis;
• other duties as required.
30+ days ago