Illinois Department of Corrections

🎃 Staff at Graham CC got into the spooky spirit with a pumpkin decorating contest, judged by special guest Warden Wills from Menard CC! 🎃 Everyone showed off their Halloween spirit, but three pumpkins stood out from the patch: 🥇 1st Place: Collage Painting 🥈 2nd Place: Witch 🥉 3rd Place: Ice Cream Cone Great job to all participants for bringing the Halloween fun to life at Graham CC! 👻🎨 #IDOC #HalloweenFun #StaffAppreciation #PumpkinDecoratingContest

🚨 Launch Your Career in Corrections This Winter! 🚨 Ready to make a difference and build a meaningful career in public service? IDOC is hosting screening dates throughout November and December — apply today and attend an upcoming screening to start your journey. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gdhx2Qqg #IDOC #CorrectionsCareers #NowHiring #CareerOpportunity #PublicService #IllinoisJobs

Earlier this month, IDOC, IDPH, and IDJJ teamed up with Fifth Street Renaissance to host the Summit of Hope in Springfield, a reentry resource fair for individuals returning to their communities. 💪✨ With 84 vendors offering services like health screenings, job opportunities, housing support, education programs, and legal aid, the event was a huge success in breaking down barriers and building stronger, safer communities. 🏘️📚⚖️ 🗓️ Don’t miss this year's final Summit of Hope on November 12 in Chicago! Interested in volunteering or becoming a vendor? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g78Cxvq3 #SummitOfHope #ReentrySupport #CommunityBuilding #SecondChances

🚨 We're Hiring! The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for dynamic leaders to join our team and make a meaningful impact! Explore these incredible opportunities to lead and serve: 📍 Graham Correctional Center ▪️ Warden 📅 Closing Date: October 20, 2025 https://lnkd.in/gm6VAu8D 📍 Danville Correctional Center ▪️Assistant Warden of Operations 📅 Closing Date: October 22, 2025 https://lnkd.in/gjmsX2xr 📍 Big Muddy River Correctional Center ▪️Assistant Warden of Operations 📅 Closing Date: October 22, 2025 https://lnkd.in/gZe2x-pc ✨ Be a part of shaping the future of corrections in Illinois. These roles offer the chance to lead dedicated teams and make a difference in our communities.   💼 Apply today and take the next step in your career! #LeadershipOpportunities #CorrectionsCareers #IllinoisJobs #PublicService

Did you know October is Manufacturing Month? 🛠️ Today, we're showcasing manufacturing programs in IDOC facilities where individuals in custody gain hands-on experience and real-world skills that pave the way for brighter futures. 🏗️📘 👷♂️ Lake Land College offers manufacturing courses at Decatur CC, Graham CC, and Kewanee LSRC. ⚙️ Danville Community College provides Mechatronics and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programs at Danville CC. These community college partnerships help students earn industry-recognized certificates and college credit toward an associate degree, setting them up for success after release. Swipe through to see students from Danville, Decatur, and Graham CCs in action! Thank you to the educators, staff, college partners, and students who are helping build better futures one skill at a time. 👏 #ManufacturingMonth #SkilledTrades #CTE #IDOC #SecondChances #WorkforceReady

🎶 On this #InternationalMusicDay, we recognize the power of music to heal, transform, and connect. At Vandalia Correctional Center, these musicians recently took the stage for an unforgettable in-custody band concert, performing original songs and timeless hits and showcasing creativity and talent. Held in the facility's Chapel, an audience full of staff and individuals in custody came together to celebrate the profound impact of music 🎸🎤

📢 New Mail & Publication Procedures 📢 To enhance safety and security for individuals in custody, staff, and visitors, IDOC is implementing new processes for non-privileged incoming mail and publications, effective immediately. 🔒 Key Changes: • All non-privileged mail will be scanned or photocopied; no originals will be delivered. • Publications must now be mailed directly from a publisher. • Visitors can no longer drop off publications at facilities. 📄 Learn more & read the full update in the graphics below. 

🎉 Please join us in congratulating Class 26-N-1! On Friday, 44 cadets graduated from the Regional Training Academy in Morris and are now prepared to begin their careers with IDOC. They started this journey with purpose, faced every challenge with determination, and now stand ready to serve the people of Illinois. We’re proud to welcome them to the team! 👏

👷♂️🏗️ Happy National Construction Appreciation Week! 🏗️👷♀️ Today, we are highlighting the construction courses and programs in IDOC facilities, where individuals in custody are building brighter futures through education and training. 🛠️ Construction classes are offered through Danville Community College, Kaskaskia College, and Lake Land College. Through these community college programs, individuals earn certificates and college credit toward an associate degree. Certificate programs include Fundamental Construction Skills, Practical Building Trades, and Construction Business. IDOC's OAEVS also offers a building maintenance program at Menard CC using the National Center for Construction Education Research (NCCER) curriculum and testing. Certificates in this program are Introduction to Basic Construction Skills, General Carpentry, and Advanced Carpentry: Frame & Finish. 📸 These photos feature students from the construction class at Taylorville CC. 👏 Thank you to the educators, community college partners, and students who are helping build strong foundations — one skill at a time. #NationalConstructionAppreciationWeek #ReentrySuccess #VocationalTraining #SkilledTrades #IDOC #ConstructionEducation #SecondChances #CareerPathways

🎉 Please join us in celebrating Class 26-C-1! On Friday, 95 cadets successfully graduated from the training academy and are now set to begin their careers at Danville, Dixon, Graham, Hill, Illinois River, Lawrence, Robinson, Taylorville, Vandalia, and Western Correctional Centers. These new correctional officer trainees have shown determination, resilience, and commitment, and we are proud to welcome them as they step forward to serve Illinois 👏