100441 - Correctional Officer

Autism Services; Yorkton; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Government of Saskatchewan's Ministry of Community Safety seeks permanent part-time Correctional Officers at the Whitespruce Provincial Training Centre in Yorkton. This role supports safer communities by supervising offenders, aiding rehabilitation and reintegration, and maintaining facility safety and security within an interdisciplinary team.

A paid 11-week Induction Training Program is provided. Candidates must have a Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence, valid First Aid and CPR/AED, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system and human behaviour.
• A Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence or equivalent.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certificates are required prior to training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise offenders and support rehabilitation and reintegration planning.
• Facilitate programming, assess risk, and maintain facility safety and security.
• Apply relevant legislation and procedures and respond to incidents when required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

University degree in social sciences

Law enforcement diploma

First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Application Information

Employer Name:
Government of Saskatchewan

The Ministry of Community Safety is seeking dedicated individuals for permanent part-time Correctional Officer opportunities at the Whitespruce Provincial Training Centre in Yorkton. This rewarding career offers the opportunity to support safer communities by maintaining facility security, promoting offender rehabilitation and helping individuals make positive changes. Successful candidates will receive a paid 11-week Induction Training Program and work within a collaborative, professional environment focused on public safety and offender reintegration.

The ideal candidate is accountable, adaptable, inclusive and committed to public service excellence. You will be comfortable working directly with adult offenders from diverse backgrounds, exercise sound judgment in challenging situations and work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team. Strong communication, interpersonal, decision-making and critical thinking skills are essential.

Candidates must have knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system and human behaviour. A valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Drivers Licence (or equivalent) and a valid First Aid and CPR/AED certificate are required prior to training. Relevant qualifications may include a university degree in the social sciences, a law enforcement diploma, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities include supervising offenders, supporting rehabilitation and reintegration planning, facilitating programming, assessing risk, maintaining facility safety and security, applying legislation and procedures, and responding to incidents when required.