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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Correctional Advisor to join our team and provide expert guidance, support, and oversight within correctional institutions. This role is essential in ensuring the safety, rehabilitation, and effective management of incarcerated individuals. The Correctional Advisor will work closely with correctional officers, administrative staff, and external agencies to implement policies, assess inmate needs, and promote a secure and rehabilitative environment.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminal justice, psychology, or social work, and possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills. They will be responsible for advising on best practices in inmate management, developing rehabilitation programs, and ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. This position requires a high level of integrity, discretion, and the ability to work in a challenging and dynamic environment.
Key duties include conducting assessments of inmate behavior and needs, recommending appropriate interventions, and supporting staff in managing difficult situations. The Correctional Advisor will also play a critical role in training and mentoring correctional personnel, helping to foster a culture of respect, accountability, and continuous improvement.
This role may involve working in high-stress situations and requires a commitment to upholding human rights and promoting positive change within the correctional system. The successful candidate will be passionate about criminal justice reform and dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of incarcerated individuals and the broader community.
Responsibilities
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- Conduct behavioral assessments and recommend interventions
- Develop and implement correctional policies and procedures
- Support staff in handling complex or high-risk situations
- Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards
- Collaborate with external agencies and service providers
- Train and mentor correctional staff
- Monitor and evaluate rehabilitation programs
- Promote a safe and respectful correctional environment
- Prepare reports and documentation for internal and external use
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, psychology, social work, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years experience in a correctional or criminal justice setting
- Strong understanding of correctional systems and rehabilitation practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations
- Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Experience in training or mentoring staff is a plus
- Commitment to human rights and criminal justice reform
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working in correctional facilities?
- How do you approach inmate rehabilitation and behavior management?
- Can you describe a time you handled a high-risk situation?
- What strategies do you use to train and support staff?
- How do you ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards?
- What role do you believe correctional advisors play in criminal justice reform?
- How do you handle stress and maintain professionalism in challenging environments?
- What tools or methods do you use to assess inmate needs?
- Describe your experience collaborating with external agencies.
- Why are you interested in this role and what impact do you hope to make?
