Correctional Officer/Cook - Mountain View Correctional Facility, Charleston.
About The Position
We’re hiring moral, ethical, and dedicated individuals to join our team as a Correctional Officer/Cook at Mountain View Correctional Facility, Charleston, ME. Through the Maine Model of Corrections, we are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for both staff and residents. We believe that hiring dedicated individuals with a strong sense of compassion and professionalism is crucial to achieving this goal. As a Correctional Officer - Cook, your work will involve preparing and serving approximately 2200 meals per day. Responsibilities include monitoring security of assigned areas, instructing and training residents in kitchen sanitation and basic food preparation and serving food. This position requires exposure to chemical agents (OC Spray).
Requirements
- At least 18-years-old.
- Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (HiSET, GED, etc.).
- Hold a valid driver's license.
- Two (2) years’ experience in food preparation, serving and/or cleanup is required.
- Background check is required.
- Must have no serious criminal or extensive motor vehicle records.
- Utilize standard desktop computer technology (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, databases, Internet, e-mail) is also required.
Nice To Haves
- Lateral credit considered for experienced Correctional Officers.
Responsibilities
- Preparing and serving approximately 2200 meals per day.
- Monitoring security of assigned areas.
- Instructing and training residents in kitchen sanitation and basic food preparation.
- Serving food.
- Observe, monitor, direct, oversee, and evaluate the activity and movement of residents within a specified area.
- Participate in the development and implementation of residents’ treatment strategies.
- Ensure observance of institutional rules, security, and safety.
- Counsel, support, and advise residents regarding personal matters, institutional rules and regulations, health and safety standards, and treatment strategies.
- Assist residents in adjusting to institutional life.
- Evaluate potential problems and emergencies through intervention and behavior management.
- Utilize pro-social communication, de-escalation techniques, and other methods to maintain safety and security.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurances.
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave.
- 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for new parents.
- 20 days of paid Military Leave for active-duty soldiers.
- Employee Assistance Program offering free support on work/life, financial, legal, and confidential counseling matters.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement up to $40 per month.
- Uniforms provided.
- Free meals when service is during your shift.
- 13 paid holidays
- 12 days of sick leave
- 3+ weeks of vacation leave
- Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums
- Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
- Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums
- Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.88 % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Living Resources Program
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
