Safety, Security and Treatment Technician

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Nottoway, VA

25d•$42,709 - $54,186•Onsite

About The Position

This position monitors the day-to-day activities of a therapeutic community and supports the community development of approximately 40 residents on a living unit. The technician provides behavioral interventions to support residents’ therapeutic progress, assists with enforcing unit rules, policies, and procedures, conducts room inspections, and documents resident behaviors. The role requires working at assigned posts as directed by a supervisor, following written post orders and facility policies and procedures, and completing required certifications and orientation. Applicants must be able to drive a 15-passenger security van and hold a valid driver's license.

Requirements

Ability to operate automated systems and a personal computer.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to interpret and apply basic policies and procedures.
Ability to work independently, set priorities, organize work effectively, and manage multiple projects at one time.
Attention to detail and good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Working knowledge of policies, methods of physical control, first aid procedures, and radio communications.
Ability to apply and interpret rules and regulations; conduct thorough searches; analyze and resolve problems; provide leadership and work direction to residents; and use good judgment.
Ability to successfully complete certifications and orientation.
Ability to work all posts as directed by a supervisor and follow written post orders and facility policies and procedures.
Ability to drive a 15-passenger security van.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Human Service preferred.
Experience working with individuals with a behavioral disorder and/or in a forensic environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor the day-to-day activities of a therapeutic community.
Support community development for approximately 40 residents on a living unit.
Provide behavioral interventions that support therapeutic progress.
Assist with enforcing unit rules, policies, and procedures.
Perform room inspections.
Document resident behaviors.
Work assigned posts as directed by a supervisor and follow written post orders and facility policies and procedures.