SECURITY MONITOR I

The GEO Group•South Valley, NM

11d

About The Position

This position maintains an orderly environment within an assigned unit or area of the facility and follows standard operating procedures, facility policies, and applicable Company and client contractual requirements. The Security Monitor I follows daily schedules and performs the role’s duties in an exemplary manner. The position supervises resident movement and activities, monitors facility security, enforces rules, and completes required reports and screenings.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One year of general work experience.
Ability to serve as a model for resident behavior.
Good interpersonal skills.
Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work overtime.
Ability to work with computers and the software typically used by the department.

Responsibilities

Supervise all resident movement within the assigned unit or area.
Report resident accidents or injuries to a supervisor.
Provide orientation to new residents and discharge other residents.
Perform scheduled resident headcounts and complete written count reports.
Conduct daily inspections and searches of resident sleeping quarters and body searches as necessary.
Monitor eye drug testing when assigned.
Report resident behavioral incidents in writing to a supervisor and conduct appropriate crisis intervention.
Collect urine samples for random and routine resident substance abuse screenings.
Transport residents by company vehicle to appointments outside the facility.
Monitor security cameras to maintain a safe, secure, and orderly environment for residents.
Enforce the facility’s rules of conduct with residents.
Supervise resident visitations.
Perform other duties as assigned.