Correctional Acuity Specialist : Maine State Prison- EMPLOYMENT REGISTER

MaineGuide; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,389,000 - 37,390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Maine Department of Corrections seeks a Correctional Acuity Specialist for Maine State Prison in Warren. The role combines correctional duties with specialized intervention for residents with mental or health needs, focusing on assessment, counseling, and behavior modification.

Responsibilities include treatment planning, release planning, and collaboration with staff to enhance security and rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of education and/or experience in behavioral health, social sciences or related field; associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess risks and needs, counseling, and monitor resident behavior.
• Direct activities and craft behavioral/health modification strategies for short-term stabilization and long-term change.
• Prepare behavior and incident reports.

Skills

Behavioral health knowledge

Counseling

Case planning

Education

Associate's degree in behavioral health or related field

Two years of post-secondary education in behavioral health

Job description

Correctional Acuity Specialist - Maine State Prison, Warren

EMPLOYMENT REGISTER.

Grade 19: $27.41 – $35.29 hourly (Rate includes $1.00/hr Direct Care Stipend)

Job Class Code: 4114

Open: September 15, 2026

Close: September 29, 2026

MDOC 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. We facilitate restorative justice practices that equip justice-involved residents and clients with the skills they need to become contributing members of society upon release, including treatment, education, and job training.

We are committed to rebuilding lives and are searching for great team players, with a professional attitude and well-developed integrity and ethics, to join us in this mission.

The Bureau of Human Resources is accepting applications to establish a register to fill a vacancy at the Maine State Prison in Warren.

These are innovative positions in the corrections field that combines correctional officer responsibilities with the latest in providing intervention and de-escalation to special populations. Special populations may include residents having an acute or chronic mental illness, behavioral health, or physical health and/or wellness needs.

Work involves investigative and protective services in the custody, security, treatment, rehabilitation, reentry, and emergency response to individuals in special populations housed within the assigned correctional unit(s).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• -Work is performed under limited supervision and must model and exemplify the Mission and Values of the Maine Department of Corrections and the humane and restorative approaches of the Maine Model of Corrections.
• -Assessing risks and needs, counseling, and monitoring resident behavior.
• -Directing and overseeing activities and crafting behavioral or health modifications or strategies that provide short-term stabilization reinforce long-term behavior change.
• -Preparing behavior and incident reports.
• -Participating in the development and implementation of treatment strategies and release planning.
• -Integrating daily activities with treatment and/or reentry goals.
• -Recommending and/or implementing actions or interventions to enhance dynamic security practices.
• -Providing technical support services to both correctional and casework staff in the application of daily unit and goal-oriented activities.

A full description of the job plus all of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for this work can be found on the Bureau of Human Resources website.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• -Four (4) years of education and/or experience which would provide knowledge and abilities in the treatment and case planning of individuals who have traumatic and adverse backgrounds. Preference will be given to those candidates with an associate's degree or at least two years of post-secondary education in behavioral health, social sciences or a related field.

Licensing Requirement

• -Current Correctional Certification or successful completion of the Basic Corrections Training Program (BCTP).
• -Successful Completion of Acuity Specialist Training Program upon hire.

State of Maine Benefits

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and well-being with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes a percentage of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental Leave – One of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additionally, unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. Please note reasonable accommodation is provided for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.