Corrections Guard Therapeutic
About The Position
Villa Feliciana Medical Complex (VFMC), nestled in the heart of East Feliciana Parish in Jackson, Louisiana, provides compassionate, high-quality services to individuals living with chronic diseases, disabilities, terminal illnesses, and infectious conditions such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis. Our goal is to create a homelike, safe environment where every patient receives personalized care designed to improve their quality of life. We are looking for a Corrections Guard Therapeutic to join our security team - a proactive, people-oriented, goal-minded and focused team that drives our mission forward. The Corrections Guard Therapeutic plays a key role in the smooth operation of the security department. This position works closely with residents and employees. Assisting each with different tasks on a daily basis. If you are driven, a self-starter and ready to make an impact - this could be the opportunity for you!
Requirements
- Six months of experience in a forensic, behavioral, correctional, or penal institution with responsibility for the security, custody, clinical care or rehabilitation of offenders.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
- An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
Responsibilities
- Checking identification of persons seeking access to the facility, providing direction, information and assistance in a helpful and tactful manner
- Following facility policies in controlling and preventing contraband on facility grounds
- Performing security checks of facility grounds, all buildings and parking lots periodically, referring problems to proper authority
- Answering the Villa Feliciana Medical Complex main phone line and transferring or directing all calls
- Transporting residents to appointments
- Responding to security calls when necessary
- Performing other related duties in order to maintain smooth operation of the facility
Benefits
- Premium pay of up to $4.00 per hour
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
