Observer

NaphCare•Elmore, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Safety Watch Monitor at the Alabama Department of Corrections’ Staton Correctional Facility in Elmore, Alabama. The role works alongside correctional officers and medical professionals to provide care to incarcerated patients with complex medical needs in a controlled, security-focused environment. The Correctional Observer supports NaphCare’s mission to provide quality healthcare while protecting patients’ rights, dignity, and health. Under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional, the position provides direct observation and support for patients at risk of self-injury or suicide, including patients on suicide watch and those in selected behavioral health settings. The role also involves documenting and communicating observations, supporting crisis intervention and de-escalation, monitoring patients, participating in treatment planning and staff meetings, and following required precautions. Duties may include other responsibilities assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to effectively interact with institutional and clinical staff.
Subject to initial and ongoing security clearance requirements.
Must complete a background check, security clearance, and drug screening.
Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Responsibilities

Conduct one-on-one direct observation of patients at risk of self-injury or suicide.
Conduct observational rounds on suicide watch and/or in selected behavioral health settings under the supervision and guidance of a licensed behavioral health professional.
Reliably document and communicate observations of patients on suicide watch and/or housed in behavioral health units.
Perform crisis intervention and de-escalation as indicated.
Monitor patients and promote prosocial behavior.
Participate in unit treatment team planning.
Document critical incidents and treatment progress in patients’ medical records at the supervisor’s discretion.
Participate in unit morning reports and regular unit staff meetings.
Facilitate community meetings as needed.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.