Protective Services Trainee (Police)

State of Connecticut•Middletown, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Start your law enforcement career with purpose. The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) is hiring three (3) Protective Services Trainees (Police) at our Middletown campuses. This position is the entry-level training pathway to become a DMHAS Police Officer. In this role, you will complete academy and field training as part of a working test period. After successfully completing both academy and field training requirements, you will be eligible for appointment to the target class of Police Officer, with responsibility for protecting life and property. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to support the safety of employees and patients across our facilities.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by date of appointment.
Must have reached their 21st birthday.
Must have a High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification prior to admission to the Connecticut Police Training Academy.
Must have established residence within Connecticut before becoming a sworn member of the DMHAS Police.
Must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license during employment.
General intelligence.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to evaluate emergency situations and develop effective courses of action.
Ability to deal effectively with those contacted in the work.
General good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness.
Possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties of the class.
Must pass a physical fitness assessment.
Must pass a comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, upon a conditional offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with vulnerable or diverse populations
Experience working in a behavioral health, medical, or secure facility
Experience interacting with individuals in crisis or with complex needs while maintaining composure and professionalism
Experience responding to emergencies or fast-changing situations, including following established safety protocols
Possess and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certification.

Responsibilities

Protecting life and property
Completing academy and field training
Supporting the safety of employees and patients across facilities
Enforcing the law impartially
Maintaining a safe and secure environment across recovery-oriented healthcare facilities
Responding to situations where judgment and professionalism matter
Contributing to a collaborative team committed to public services
Taking a prescribed formal academic and on the job training course in basic police work involving investigative and inspection techniques and procedures.