Correctional Duty Officer (Part Tme) (3412)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Chattanooga, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for: Supervises and monitors the activities of inmates ensuring safety and compliance with established laws, rules and regulations. Produces reports and records of inappropriate behavior. Makes periodic, random rounds of the facility; records any incidents occurring on assigned shift by use of inmate incident reports or on logs. Facilitates and records headcounts to ensure inmate accountability. Obtains urine specimens and tests for alcohol use by inmates, using specified procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
one year experience performing correctional, security or social service work
any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to lead and supervise others.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating proper action.
Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing and walking.
Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying objects less than 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

one year experience performing correctional, security or social service work preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises and monitors the activities of inmates ensuring safety and compliance with established laws, rules and regulations.
Produces reports and records of inappropriate behavior.
Makes periodic, random rounds of the facility; records any incidents occurring on assigned shift by use of inmate incident reports or on logs.
Facilitates and records headcounts to ensure inmate accountability.
Obtains urine specimens and tests for alcohol use by inmates, using specified procedures.
Conducts pat, wand, room and vehicle searches for detection and deterrence of contraband.
Documents results of searches.
Monitors Center activities by use of video surveillance camera system.
Secures, distributes and records inmate medication(s) in accordance with established procedures.