Correctional Program Officer; Temporary

Correctional Program Officer (Temporary)

Competition # : 47691

Department: Justice

Location: DARTMOUTH

Type of Employment: Temporary Assignment [Regular]

Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 25-Jan-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for adults and young persons. Within the Correctional Services core business area there are two programs: community corrections & correctional facilities. Each of these program areas is broken down into closely related activities that have a specific impact on the program's target group.

As a Correctional Programmer, you will identify, assess, and respond to the needs of individuals in custody through the development, delivery, and evaluation of responsive and evidence‑based programs and services to improve outcomes for individuals in custody and community. Working under the supervision of the Manager of Education and Programs, you will collaborate with other government departments and service providers to create a culturally based continuum of support, including program development, facilitating connections to existing programs and services, and review of existing Correctional Services programs to ensure inclusion of cultural content.

Working directly with individuals in custody, you will assist them by better understanding their needs and concerns and providing education and information.

In this role, you will interact daily with individuals in custody while carrying out your duties, which include developing and delivering a variety of services and programs. As a Correctional Programmer, you will prepare program plans and maintain files and records in our electronic case management system (JEIN).

In addition, you will also work with community partners to facilitate culturally responsive programming and establish supports that assist with community reintegration. In collaboration with other Case Management Team (CMT) members and operational staff, you support individuals in custody with their correctional case plan goals.

• Interact daily with the individuals in custody through program engagement and facilitation
• Collaborate with Case Management Team members to review program referrals, inform case planning, coordinate supports and services, and inform release planning
• Facilitate and invigilate the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC).
• Collaborate with community partners to provide culturally responsive programs and services for individuals in custody and establish a continuum of programs/services post‑release

To be considered for this opportunity, you possess a university degree, preferably in education or social sciences and have experience teaching at‑risk populations in a formalised educational setting. Experience working in correctional settings, transition planning and awareness of community education and employment supports would be an asset.

As the successful candidate, you will demonstrate the ability to engage and communicate ideas and information to learners who have learning difficulties and are not highly motivated. You will display knowledge of teaching methodology, adult education curriculum, risks and needs of persons in conflict with the law, assessment practices, differentiated instruction, and classroom management strategies. You are flexible, organised, able to work as a team member and in an independent and self‑directed manner.

Candidates will be assessed for the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardised tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

• 2 college diplomas (each 2 years) in addition to 5 years of experience
• 9 years of related experience with exposure to the justice system

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

You will work within a 24‑hour operation and while there is no shift work…