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Senior Correctional Health Planner

Chicago, IL · On-site

In the role of a Senior Correctional Health Planner, we will count on you to lead the planning and design of correctional health facilities as part of an integrated architectural team. This position ...

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Correctional Health LPN

Laurinburg, NC · On-site

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for correctional health in the United States is $55,870.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $64,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Professionals in correctional health often encounter challenges such as managing complex patient populations with high rates of chronic illness, mental health conditions, and substance use disorders. Navigating security protocols and balancing patient care with institutional safety requirements can also be demanding. Building strong communication skills and collaborating closely with security and mental health staff helps ensure both patient well-being and workplace safety. Ongoing training in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention can further equip staff to handle these unique challenges effectively.

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To thrive in Correctional Health, you need a solid background in medical care, mental health assessment, and knowledge of public health principles, typically supported by a relevant healthcare degree and licensure (such as RN, LPN, or MD). Familiarity with electronic health records, telemedicine platforms, and correctional healthcare protocols is crucial. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help professionals build trust and maintain safety in challenging environments. These skills and qualities are vital to delivering effective care, ensuring safety, and addressing the unique healthcare needs of incarcerated populations.

What is correctional health?

Correctional health refers to the provision of medical, mental health, and dental care to individuals who are incarcerated in jails, prisons, or detention facilities. Professionals in correctional health work to ensure that inmates receive adequate healthcare services in accordance with legal and ethical standards. This field addresses unique challenges such as limited resources, security concerns, and the high prevalence of chronic and infectious diseases among incarcerated populations. Correctional health workers include physicians, nurses, mental health professionals, and support staff. Their work is vital for maintaining the health and well-being of incarcerated individuals and supporting public health overall.
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Senior Correctional Health Planner

Senior Correctional Health Planner

HDR

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

HDR rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 368 rated engineering

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it's about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.
In the role of a Senior Correctional Health Planner, we will count on you to lead the planning and design of correctional health facilities as part of an integrated architectural team. This position is intended for an experienced planning professional who can work with a high degree of independence, guiding the translation of complex clinical and operational requirements into cohesive, high-quality architectural planning solutions while providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members and contributing to the overall strategic direction of correctional health projects.
In this role, you will:
  • Lead correctional health planning and design across projects of varying scale and complexity, from early visioning through implementation.
  • Independently manage and coordinate planning activities across multiple projects or major project components.
  • Translate complex clinical, operational, and stakeholder requirements into clear, functional, and buildable architectural planning solutions.
  • Provide strategic and technical leadership during planning studies, functional programs, test fits, and space planning.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and project teams on planning best practices, codes, standards, and regulatory considerations ensuring compliance and design excellence.
  • Ensure the quality, consistency, and compliance of all planning deliverables, aligning outcomes with client objectives and organizational standards.
  • Collaborate with Project Managers on resourcing, schedules, and work planning on correctional health planning activities to support successful project delivery.
  • Mentor and support junior and intermediate staff, fostering professional growth and strengthening planning capabilities within the team.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Architecture
  • EDAC, WELL, LEED, or other applicable certifications
  • Architectural registration
  • Experience with planning, strategy, process improvement, design and construction of correctional health projects
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and oversee planning deliverables on large and complex programs or projects
  • Proficiency with BIM software such as Revit and/or Rhino
  • Excellent leadership, facilitation, and communication skills
  • Experience mentoring and developing multidisciplinary teams

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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
  • A minimum of 12 years related experience
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in the construction of buildings
  • Understanding of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings and models
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

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Specialized design services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1917

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