Correction Sergeant/Counselor - 20026530 I

Correction Sergeant/Counselor - 20026530 I (250003KP)

Correction Sergeant/Counselor - 20026530 I

(250003KP)

Organization: Rehabilitation & Correction - Madison Correctional Institution

Agency Contact Name and Information: Personnel Director ...

Unposting Date: May 14, 2025, 9:59:00 PM

Work Location: Madison Correctional Institute 1851 State Route 56 London 43140

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Madison County

Compensation: $24.05

Schedule: Full-time

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Corrections

Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Computer Literacy, Corrections, Counseling and Rehabilitation, Investigation

Professional Skills: Conflict Management, Problem Solving, Responsiveness, Situational Awareness, Teamwork

Agency Overview

Who We Are

Guided by a single mission To reduce recidivism among those we touch, the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What We Do

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you'll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

Job Duties

What You'll Do:

Works under general supervision and requires considerable knowledge of custody, safety and security measures for detention of adult felons.

Acts as a lead worker and supports correction officers in the supervision of incarcerated individuals Provides guidance and coordinates activities of

correction officers and incarcerated individuals assigned to living service and work areas (e.g., mailroom, visiting, dining areas)

Makes meaningiful rounds in living areas and other areas where incarcerated individuals are assigned Monitors compliance with post order

Observes and promotes sanitation throughout the institution

Prevents escapes and apprehends escapees

Uses appropriate force, when necessary

Resolves incarcerated individual disputes

Investigates complaints of abuse and/or refers to investigator

Offers guidance to incarcerated individuals with personal, institutional and/or adjustment problems Investigates incidents of disruptive activity including but not limited to theft, extortion, gambling and dealing

Develops, implements, monitors and conducts meaningful activities for incarcerated individuals including skill building, recreational and organized resident group activities

Facilitates the delivery of required services to the institutional population; responds to the concerns of staff and needs of incarcerated individuals.

Responds to emergencies and security alerts

Conducts routine sanitation and security inspections within living and or work areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations, possible contraband and general security

Performs related security functions as required (e.g., individual and area searches and property limit compliance monitoring)

Acts as hearing officer in disciplinary process

Gathers information and writes reports covering accidents, incidents, and disciplinary actions

Schedules work assignments for incarcerated individuals

Facilitates bed moves

Serves as member of various committees as needed

Provides orientation for newly arrived incarcerated individuals

Completes performance evaluations for incarcerated individuals

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.; 3 yrs. trg. or 3 yrs. exp. in enforcing security measures for detention of felons which included unarmed self-defense training, firearms training, & how to interact with persons having mental illness/one mental health training session. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of revised code, applicants must also have commercial driver's license.

-Or 3 yrs. exp. as Correction Officer, 46531; high school diploma or G.E.D. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of revised code, applicants must also have commercial driver's license.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Corrections, Investigation, Basic Documentation, Counseling and Rehabilitation, Computer Literacy, Situational Awareness, Conflict Management, Problem Solving, Responsiveness, and Teamwork