Corrections Officer - TOB
About The Position
Bridges of America is seeking a Corrections Officer to work at its Orlando CRC and Orlando TC locations. The organization provides re-entry services, including residential substance abuse treatment programs, transition centers, and community release centers. The role involves supervising inmates and supporting their safety and welfare while carrying out facility operations, documentation, and reporting duties. The position is full-time, entry-level, and requires a high school diploma or GED and an FDLE Corrections Certificate. Three years of criminal justice experience is preferred; applicants with applicable skills in related fields may be trained.
Requirements
- FDLE Corrections Certificate.
- Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
- Ability to perform the major functions of the job with or without an accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Three years of experience working in the criminal justice field is preferred.
- Applicable skills in related fields; the employer is willing to train candidates with such skills.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the inmate population at all times, including during meals, work periods, visitation, and furloughs.
- Ensure the safety and welfare of inmates, staff, and visitors.
- Conduct daily inspections of housing areas and record and report maintenance problems through weekly inspections.
- Conduct weekend phone monitors with inmates' employers.
- Collect and record inmate paychecks.
- Conduct all required counts according to written policy.
- Conduct intake for new inmates.
- Attend staff meetings when requested.
- Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly log books and other required documentation.
- Sign inmates out for work and furloughs and document the required forms.
- Ensure inmates return all IDs, except inmate ID cards, after outside activities.
- Perform filing and record-keeping duties.
- Clock in and out using the company time and attendance system.
- Attend all mandatory training specified by policy.
- Report workers' compensation injuries to the immediate supervisor, Business Administrator, or Facility Director, whether or not medical attention is required.
- Report known or observed breaches of company policy or the code of ethics to the appropriate supervisor, Facility Director, or HR Department.
- Immediately report unsafe conditions affecting clients, inmates, or employees to the immediate supervisor or Facility Director.
- Follow all applicable policies and procedures within the scope of the job.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
