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Corrections Officer

Tinley Park, IL · On-site

$38K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Security & Inmate Supervision: Monitor and direct the daily activities of incarcerated individuals, including work assignments, recreation, and meals. Conduct regular headcounts to ensure ...

Forte Human Capital Inc.

Dental Assistant

Marion, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

In this role, you will work closely with the dental staff to ensure efficient clinical operations and provide essential oral healthcare to the inmate population within a secure federal environment.

Wellpath

Health Services Administrator

Peoria, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

They review and manage inmate health cases, hospitalizations, and referrals to optimize care and control costs. The role also involves maintaining communication with facility and external partners ...

MyFlorida

SENIOR ATTORNEY

Hillside, IL · On-site

$75K - $92K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Office of the General Counsel has units that specialize in the following areas of law: litigation; contracts and procurement; environmental; employment/personnel/labor relations; inmate sentence ...

Wellpath

Health Services Administrator

Peoria, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

They review and manage inmate health cases, hospitalizations, and referrals to optimize care and control costs. The role also involves maintaining communication with facility and external partners ...

Wellpath

Health Services Administrator (RN Required)

Peoria, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

They review and manage inmate health cases, hospitalizations, and referrals to optimize care and control costs. The role also involves maintaining communication with facility and external partners ...

Wellpath

Health Services Administrator

Peoria, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

They review and manage inmate health cases, hospitalizations, and referrals to optimize care and control costs. The role also involves maintaining communication with facility and external partners ...

Dymentum Health

Optometrist

Greenville, IL · On-site

Statement of Work-Optometry Services The provision of Optometry Services for the inmate population at the Federal Bureau of Prisons Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Greenville, located in ...

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How much do inmate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for inmate in Illinois is $52,334.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,600.00 and $58,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an inmate?

Inmates are individuals who are confined in a jail, prison, or other correctional facility as a result of being charged with or convicted of a crime. They remain in custody for a specified period, which may vary depending on the nature of their offense and sentence. Inmates are subject to the rules and routines of the correctional institution and may participate in various programs such as education, vocational training, or rehabilitation during their incarceration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Correctional Officer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Correctional Officer, you need a high school diploma or equivalent, knowledge of criminal justice principles, and physical fitness. Familiarity with security systems, surveillance technology, and incident reporting tools is important. Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and sound judgment set outstanding officers apart. These skills are vital for ensuring the safety, order, and rehabilitation within correctional facilities.

What is the difference between Inmate vs Prison Guard?

AspectInmatePrison Guard
RoleIndividuals incarcerated in correctional facilitiesPersonnel responsible for supervising inmates and maintaining security
Required CredentialsLegal incarceration, no certifications neededSecurity training, correctional officer certification
Work EnvironmentCorrectional facilities, confined settingPrison or jail facilities, active security environment
EmployerCorrectional institutions, government agenciesCorrectional institutions, government agencies

Inmates are individuals serving time in correctional facilities, while prison guards are staff responsible for overseeing inmates and ensuring security. The roles differ significantly in responsibilities, credentials, and work environment, but both are integral to the correctional system.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Inmate jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Inmate job openings:

Inmate jobs near you
Infographic showing various Inmate job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,334 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

LPN Licensed Practical Nurse PRN Shifts -Macon County

QCHC Inc

Decatur, IL • On-site

$32/hr

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Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Site Administrator/Coordinator the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing services to patients within a correctional environment. The LPN delivers nursing care as directed by the Physician within the scope of the State Board of Nursing Practice for the LPN.
Pay Rate: $32/hr
Shift differential $2.00/hr
  • Respond and intervene to all emergency situations
  • Conduct Patient Intake paperwork
  • Verify and obtain orders for patient medication
  • Conduct Sick Call clinic
  • Order / maintain supply of patient medication from pharmacy
  • Administer medications following nursing standards and correctional regulations
  • Complete and document ordered treatments, patient care, and collection ordered labs
  • Assist provider with Chronic Care Clinic and Provider sick call visit
  • Monitor for, report and document changes in patient's condition
  • Accurately document all patient information, nursing care and interventions
  • Ensure daily nursing task are completed within prescribed timeframe.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality
  • Assist with training and orientation of new personnel
  • Follow QCHC policies, procedures & guidelines
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Benefits:
  • Malpractice Insurance provided by QCHC
  • Matching 401K
  • PayActiv for early access to pay
  • Referral Program
  • EAP Program
  • FinFit for Financial Wellness
  • Working Advantage Discount Program
  • Holiday Pay

Requirements:
  • Successful completion of an Accredited Vocational/Technical School
  • Current and valid LPN or LVN license
  • Current CPR
  • Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a health care setting as an LPN.
  • One year of experience in a correctional health care setting is preferred.

Position Requirements
Successful completion of an Accredited Vocational/Technical School
Current and valid LPN or LVN license
Current CPR
Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a health care setting as as LPN. One year experience in a correctional health care setting is preferred.
Full-Time/Part-Time
PRN
Shift
Various Shifts
Hourly Rate
$32
Position
LPN Staff Nurse
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Location
Macon Co, IL
About the Organization
Welcome to Quality Correctional Health Care. We are a physician-owned company exclusively devoted to providing inmate healthcare services in the correctional environment. We have a proven track record devoted exclusively to providing inmate healthcare services in corrections environments. We currently provide healthcare to approximately 12,000 inmates in over sixty jails in six states. We serve facilities that range in size from small 20-bed municipal jails to large, multi-site detention facilities with 1,000 inmates. Our mission is simple yet critical: 'To seamlessly integrate cost effective affordable and quality correctional health care into the corrections environment.' -Johnny Bates, MD, CEO and Founder.
This position is currently accepting applications.

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