Correctional Recreation Leader

Correctional Recreation Leader

Date Posted : Nov 12, 2025

Requisition ID : 468170

Location :

Madison, IN, US, 47250

Work for Indiana

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.

About Madison Correctional Facility :

As a part of the Indiana Department of Correction, the Madison Correctional Facility promotes public safety by providing meaningful, effective opportunities for successful re-entry. We strive to model best Correctional practices, return productive citizens to our communities, and inspire a culture of accountability, integrity and professionalism. The Madison Correctional Facility is a minimum security Correctional facility, of adult females. Madison Correctional Facility is located in Madison, Indiana. At Madison Correctional Facility, incarcerated individuals are involved in programming and work various jobs, both on grounds and off. The goal is that through treatment and rehabilitation, the facility will help prepare incarcerated women to re-enter their community with more skills and confidence than when they arrived.

Role Overview :

As a Correctional Recreation Leader at the Madison Correctional Facility, you will be responsible for working as a part of a team in an Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) facility. 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 Statement :

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $42,900.00 but may be commensurate with education or 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Works with individual or a small group where inmates are withdrawn and / or resistive to treatment;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;

Performs related work as required.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success :

You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment :

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.

Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

No degree is required to fill this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports :

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

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, including but not limited to :

150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

Education Reimbursement Program

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

Equal Employment Opportunity :

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. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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