Corrections Officer Instructor

Eckerd Connects; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health insurance

Paid time off

11 holidays

Retirement match

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

PSLF eligible employer

PTO exchange

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is seeking a Corrections Officer Instructor to lead classroom instruction in the Job Corps program in Albany, GA. You will present the Corrections Officer curriculum and motivate students to achieve goals while aligning with program standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license (preferred), and the ability to pass a drug screen and background check. Benefits include comprehensive health plans and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; state certification/licensing may be required or pursued
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Pass a drug screen per policy
• Nationwide background check required

Responsibilities

• Instructs in the Corrections Officer curriculum per Job Corps requirements
• Promotes a positive classroom atmosphere to maximize motivation and learning
• Meets SMART goals set by management each program year
• Prepares reports on hours, requisitions, and evaluations
• Collaborates with coordinators to implement work-based learning programs

Skills

Effective communication

Motivation techniques

Student counseling

Classroom management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• PTO Exchange

Salary Rate: $46,782

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Corrections Officer Instructor performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions in designated subject area.
• The Corrections Officer Instructor promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to insure maximum student motivation and learning.
• Meets SMART Goals established by management every Program Year.
• Instructs on the Corrections Officer curriculum in accordance with the Job Corps requirements and program specifications.
• Counsels and motivates students regarding behavior, training, personal and/or study habits and problems.
• Individualizes Corrections Officer curriculum to fit the students' choice of vocation and maintains contact with vocational counselors and instructors.
• Prepares reports such as student/staff hours, requisitions, and monthly student evaluations.
• Work collaboratively with BCL-WBL Coordinator to implement the School to Career / Work-Based Learning Program as well as identify possible new WBL site partners.
• Meets monthly with Career Counselors, BCL-WBL Coordinator and trainees on their evaluations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Certified, licensed, or accredited in the state in which the center is located, or is accredited by a professional trade organization. (RO may waive if center is unable to hire certified or licensed instructors, but candidates must pursue certification)
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

Turner Job Corps
2000 Turner Corps Rd
Albany, GA 31705

Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

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