Correctional Recreation Leader

Correctional Recreation Leader

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Pendleton Juvenile Correctional Facility is a maximum-security facility located in Pendleton, Indiana, with 391 beds for incarcerated juvenile males. The facility includes multiple general population housing complexes, an admission and orientation unit, and a secure housing area. Its campus-style layout includes medical services, food and laundry operations, indoor recreation areas, a chapel, and Providence Jr./Sr. High School. Outdoor recreation areas include fields, courts, and a running track. The perimeter is monitored 24/7 to ensure safety. Programs focus on treatment, vocational skills, education, and re-entry preparation.

Role Overview

As a Correctional Rec Leader, you will be responsible for working as a part of a team in an Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facility. During a 7.5-hour shift, you will be responsible for the security of the recreation building, and the safety of the incarcerated individuals during the recreation lines. You will be responsible for implementing daily recreational programs during your shift with added responsibilities communicated to you by the Rec Coordinator.

Salary: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Plans, initiates, organizes, and conducts recreational activities in one or more of the following program areas: holiday activities, swimming, arts and crafts, and/or softball.
• Works with individual or a small group where inmates are withdrawn and/or resistive to treatment.
• Assists in directing volunteers in recreation.
• Recommends the purchase of recreation equipment and repairs damaged equipment.
• Maintains necessary records of programs and student evaluations.
• Handles and reports inmate disciplinary problems arising from recreational events.
• Occasionally acts as coordinator in the absence of the Recreation Coordinator.
• Assists in instructing and coordinating the work of subordinates.

What You'll Need for Success

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Extensive knowledge of the rules and regulations of a variety of sports, games, and other recreational activities.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of an institutional recreation program.
• Specialized knowledge of recreation and its value in a corrective and rehabilitative program.
• Specialized knowledge of both the basic philosophy of recreation and individual and group behavior.
• Ability to adapt procedures, methods, tools, and techniques to specific situations.
• Ability to supervise the activities of inmates.
• Ability to effectively instruct subordinate staff and coordinate their work.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with inmates and handle disciplinary problems.
• Ability to maintain necessary records of programs and student evaluations.

A degree is not required. Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

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