DETENTION OFFICER-12 HR
About The Position
The Detention Officer supervises and monitors detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas. The role coordinates detainee movement, conducts counts, and provides emergency response as needed. The officer helps keep program activities safe, supervises labor crews, conducts shakedowns for contraband, and confiscates prohibited items according to policies and procedures. The position also maintains daily detainee logs, including disciplinary reports; provides prompt assistance to detainees who are injured, ill, or have experienced trauma; and reports facility maintenance or repair needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent certification.
- Possess applicable state requisites for employment.
- Ability to work overtime as required.
- Ability to handle the physical and mental stress associated with extended hours.
- Ability to report to work regularly and on time.
- Ability to remain physically alert on any assigned shift.
- Ability to work up to sixteen hours within a rolling twenty-four-hour period.
- Maturity, flexibility, ability to command the respect and confidence of detainees and staff, and a high tolerance for mental stress.
Nice To Haves
- College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or a related field.
- Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity.
- Work experience in a correctional setting.
- A valid state driver's license may be required.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
- Coordinate detainee movement, conduct counts, and provide emergency response as needed.
- Help ensure program activities remain safe and supervise labor crews.
- Conduct shakedowns for contraband, individually or with a team, and confiscate prohibited items according to policies and procedures.
- Maintain daily logs on detainees, including disciplinary reports.
- Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to detainees who are injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.
- Report maintenance or repair needs to help keep the facility clean.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Matching
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discount
- Reduced Tuition Rates
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k)
- Pet Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Training
- Flexible Spending Account
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
