Make a difference! Become a Correctional Officer II at Pê Sâkâstêw Centre

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

INDETERMINATE DEFINITION
Permanent (Full Time) positions. These positions involve shift work; shifts vary by institution.

With more than 20,000 employees, Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) plays a key role in contributing to public safety, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, at our 43 correctional institutions, 91 parole offices and 14 community correctional centres across Canada. Join us to help change lives and protect Canadians!

Correctional Officers II (CX-02) - Healing Lodges play a vital role as the first line of contact for offenders. They handle both security tasks and case management. They incorporate a healing component into the offenders' case management in collaboration with the Elder/Spiritual Advisors, and other members of the case management team. They have an understanding of Indigenous life, assist offenders to follow their healing path/journey, listen and respond to offenders' concerns, document information and events, participate in case conferences for decision-making and prepare a variety of reports and recommendations.

The Correctional Service of Canada is seeking interest from persons looking for an exciting and rewarding career as a Correctional Officer II in a Healing Lodge. This is similar to the role of Correctional Officer I in a men’s institution; however, the position is classified at a higher level and includes additional responsibilities with respect to case management.

We also strongly encourage you to apply for the position of Primary Worker/Kimisinaw who have direct and daily contact with women offenders and for the position of Correctional Officer I.

REAPPLICATION
If you are currently participating in a Correctional Officer II - Healing Lodges selection process (actively being evaluated or have applied and are waiting for evaluation at any stage) you do not need to re-apply to this Correctional Officer II - Healing Lodges selection process.

If you previously participated in a Correctional Officer II - Healing Lodges selection process your previous results may apply and will be confirmed during the assessment stage of the selection process. Please refer to your result letter as waiting periods for reassessment will be applied.

If you have also applied or are thinking of applying for Primary Worker/Kimisinaw and/or Correctional Officer I, please note that some parts of the assessment process (like medical evaluation, security clearance, psychological assessment) are the same for all three selection processes; as such the results and related waiting periods would also apply to those selection processes.

For this selection process, the CSC will communicate with you by email. You must provide a valid email address to which you wish to receive communication regarding this staffing process. You must ensure that you check your email account including spam, promotion or other folders regularly as there may be a deadline for responses. If you respond past the deadline, you risk being removed from the selection process. Please notify us of any updates to your contact information as required.

CORRECTIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM (CTP)
Successful candidates will be invited to participate in the CTP which includes two (2) online training phases and a 14-week in residence training phase (CTP Stage 3) at the CSC Training Academy in Kingston, ON, Summerside, PEI or another training site.

During CTP Stage 3, you will receive a recruit allowance of $400/week, free room and board, uniforms, training tools, course material and travel to and from the training location.

Indigenous candidates may be eligible for additional funding during CTP Stage 3 through an Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ISET) stakeholder. For more information on how to access training support dollars, please consult the following website to access a service delivery organization at https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/indigenous-skills-employment-training/service-delivery-organizations.html.

Work environment

We believe that our employees are the cornerstone of achieving our goals. This is why we offer them a positive and inclusive work environment that is worthy of their dedication and professionalism. We promote career advancement by providing opportunities to develop and acquire new skills and competencies. We value diversity as well as the use of both official languages (English/French).

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
CSC remains committed to developing and maintaining a strong, inclusive, and diverse workforce that not only reflects the Canadian population, but also the populations we serve. We celebrate diversity at CSC! We are making targeted efforts to recruit and retain diverse employees. In fact, CSC is the largest employer of Indigenous peoples in the core public administration. We believe that our ability to deliver accessible and inclusive services is realized when we recognize and retain the most diverse range of thoughts, experiences, and skills. We work hard to create an environment where all perspectives and experiences are valued. We are committed to helping diverse talent thrive.

For an overview of the Correctional Officer II position for Healing Lodges, please visit the following website: https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/services/you-csc/working-csc/job-profiles.html#front-line-positions.

Intent of the process

This is an ongoing inventory that will be used to establish a pool of partially or fully qualified candidates. The applications received will be periodically accessed and applicants will be contacted for further assessment.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

EDUCATION:
A secondary school diploma (high school), or a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission (PSC) test* approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma, or successful completion of a provincially/territorially approved secondary school equivalency test.

*A federal government equivalency test arranged by CSC.

If your education was obtained outside Canada, you must get an equivalency assessment. Contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials to find out which organizations across Canada perform these assessments (www.cicic.ca).

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:
The candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Standard First Aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) 'Level C' with automated external defibrillator (AED) certificate from a qualified provider approved by any province/territory in Canada, and in accordance with Part XVI of the Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.

KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of Indigenous history, traditions and culture.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:
Thinking things through
Ability to work in an environment that is respectful of Indigenous cultures, ceremonies and protocols
Ability to engage, support, motivate and direct offenders
Demonstrating integrity and respect, including the CSC Values
Working effectively with others
Effective communication skills

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSSET QUALIFICATIONS

ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate orally and/or in writing in a language other than English or French that is reflective of the offender population.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEED:
Member of an Employment Equity group : Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), racialized groups, persons with disabilities and women.

In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding signed between Correctional Service of Canada and the Samson Cree Nation, preference may be given to Samson Cree members.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees must be able to work shifts, variable hours, weekends, and statutory holidays.
Employees may be required to work overtime.

Conditions of employment

The candidate must successfully complete the CSC Correctional Training Program (CTP).*

* https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/services/you-csc/working-csc/apply-job.html#step-9

DRIVER'S LICENCE:
Prior to appointment, candidate must possess a valid unrestricted* driver's licence that conforms to provincial or territorial requirements. As a condition of employment, candidate must maintain valid unrestricted driver's licence throughout employment.

*Restrictions include, but is not limited to, situations where the driver requires a supervising passenger, number of passengers restriction, time of day restrictions, highway restrictions, medical restrictions, ignition control equipment restrictions.

MEDICAL:
The candidate must meet the medical requirements of Health Canada in accordance with Treasury Board Guidelines.

PSYCHOLOGICAL:
The candidate must also meet the psychological requirements determined by Correctional Service of Canada.

RELIABILITY AND SECURITY:
Enhanced Reliability status.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

We also promote the recruitment of Canadian Veterans and releasing Canadian Armed Forces personnel: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/canadian-armed-forces-members-veterans.html.

Applicants are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of their choice (English/French).

An Indigenous person is a North American Indian or a member of a First Nation, Métis or Inuit. North American Indians or members of a First Nation include treaty, status or registered Indians, as well as non-status and non-registered Indians. Please note that you will be required to complete the Affirmation of Indigenous Identity Form (AIIF): https://canada-preview.adobecqms.net/en/public-service-commission/services/appointment-framework/guides-tools-appointment-framework/affirmation-indigenous-identity-form.html.

Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel expenses when attending all required assessments.

Please note that candidates’ overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence with CSC or third-party organizations, throughout the entire selection process may be used in the assessment process.

Please ensure all of your personal information in your www.jobs.gc.ca profile/account is accurate and up to date.

For further information on the department, work environment, careers at CSC and application process, please visit our website at https://www.canada.ca/en/correctional-service/services/you-csc/working-csc.html.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.