Correctional Officer Training Program - Milner Ridge Correctional Centre

OC1 Correctional Officer Training Program

Term/part-time

Manitoba Justice

Custody Corrections, Correctional Services Division

Beausejour MB

Advertisement Number: 40226

Salary(s): OC1 $29.14 - $36.29 per hour

Closing Date: December 22, 2022

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women and Indigenous people.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Are you someone who has a common sense approach, can make appropriate decisions using sound judgement and is able to communicate effectively one-on -one and in a group setting? Manitoba Correctional Services is seeking individuals who are energetic, dedicated, optimistic, committed to teamwork and constant learning, have a positive work ethic and a genuine concern to help a diverse group of people in conflict with the law.

Job requirements can be both physically and emotionally challenging and include a variety of shifts with hours of work that may include short notice call-ins. You must be able to adapt and handle stress. Verbal and written communication, interpersonal and conflict management skills are necessary. Case management and group programs will involve direct contact with male, female or youth inmates/residents and their rehabilitation process. A Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child and Adult Abuse Registry Checks, and Enhanced Security Screening are mandatory. Standard First Aid and CPR Level C and AED certificate (two day course), and a medical fitness report are required prior to starting training. A Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Licence (5F) is also a requirement.

Location: Milner Ridge Correctional Centre


Information Sessions:
To learn more about a career as a Correctional Officer or Juvenile Counsellor, as well as the recruitment process, register for one of the following information sessions by contacting:

Milner Ridge Correctional Centre: December 6th, 2022 - Peppercorn Restaurant - 544 Main St., Oakbank 6pm-8pm.
December 7th, 2022 - Sunrise School - 344 2nd Street North, Beausejour 6pm-8pm
December 8th, 2022 - RRC Polytech Campus - 825 Manitoba Ave, Selkirk 6pm-8pm
December 12th, 2022 - Sunrise School - 344 2nd Street North, Beausejour 6pm-8pm
December 14,th, 2022 - 23 Vincent Street, Powerview 6pm-8pm
December 15th, 2022 - Lac Du Bonnet Community Centre - 23 McArthur Avenue, Lac Du Bonnet - 6pm-8pm
December 19th and 20th, 2022 Virtual Information Sessions - 6pm-8pm

Contact CorrectionsRecruitment@gov.mb.ca or 431-275-6505 to register for the above sessions.

Tours:
Milner Ridge Correctional Centre tours will be held January 23-27, 2023. Following the initial selection screening process, candidates will be advised how to contact the centre to arrange for a tour. A photocopy of your valid driver’s license is a required to register for a tour.

Interviews:
Interviews will be held February 6-10, 2023. Please note that only those candidates who participate in the Correctional Centre tours will be eligible for an interview.

Training:
For selected candidates, a mandatory unpaid training program of approximately eight weeks (full days Monday to Friday) is required. Following successful completion of the training program, you will be hired as a part-time term Correctional Officer or Juvenile Counsellor. Permanent full-time positions are subsequently filled with part-time term employees. Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED (two day course) certificate and a medical fitness report are required prior to training.


We are currently recruiting to fill our June 2023 training class to be held in Beausejour, MB.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Satisfactory Enhanced Internal Screening, Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Satisfactory Medical Fitness Report
• Valid Full class 5 (5F) Manitoba Driver's Licence
• Minimum of Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED Certificate (two day course)
• The ability to work extended and flexible hours including shift work and short notice call-ins are required (includes night shifts)

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a team environment
• Ability to manage stress
• Effective problem solving, decision making and sound judgement skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent written communication skills

• Post secondary education with directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Experience working with Indigenous people and understanding of Indigenous culture/spirituality

Duties:
Please visit the following link below for additional details regarding duties and the recruitment process:

https://www.gov.mb.ca/justice/corrserv/index.html

Apply to:

Please note that additional administrative or clerical positions may be recruited to through the Common Recruitment Initiative: https://www.gov.mb.ca/govjobs/info/programs.html#CRI

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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