Senior Corrections Officer - ADULT 1ST - CORRECTIONS

Sedgwick County • Wichita, KS

8d • $24

About The Position

Performs lead worker duties and routine work involving the observation, security and training of juvenile or adult clients in a 24-hour correctional facility within the Department of Corrections.

Requirements

• Six months of experience working with juvenile or adult clients.
• Professional references are required to verify the related work experience.
• Facility staff shall be at least twenty-one years of age with a minimum of three years age difference between the staff member and the oldest client who can be admitted to the facility.
• Pass legal background check, Child and Adult Abuse & Neglect Central Registry checks, KCJIS Security Policy (fingerprint) check, and pre-employment screen for alcohol and drugs.
• Must also meet the required conditions contained in KSA 65-516 and KAR 28-4-356.
• Must possess first aid, CPR, and physical restraint certification or acquire them within initial period of employment.
• Valid Driver’s License and good driving record that meets the requirement of Sedgwick County Fleet Vehicle Operation and Usage Policy.
• Personal vehicle for use when county vehicle is not available (employee reimbursement is provided by County).
• Proof of liability insurance required on personal vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience working with youth and families.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or closely related field.
• Transcript verifying education credits is required.

Responsibilities

• May assist in the admission and release of clients.
• Supervises and monitors the care and security of juvenile and/or adult clients in detention or residential facilities; may lead recreation, instructional or educational activities; conducts searches of client property and areas in facilities.
• Maintains safety and security of clients by being observant and alert in order to quickly intervene in situations as they occur.
• Monitors client activities within the facility or, as approved, outside the facility, with emphasis on security, behavior modification, control and modeling of prosocial attitudes, beliefs, values and behaviors.
• Administers urinalysis and breathalyzer tests. Reviews reports and other communications to maintain awareness of activities within the facility and its clients. Acts as a positive role model.
• May escort clients to and from school, court, visitation, meals and other activities; engages in liaison and other communication necessary to monitor activities of clients in the community.
• May initiate disciplinary action when clients violate rules; writes disciplinary reports; issues consequences and supervises the application of consequences; investigates incidents and conducts hearings; recognizes positive behaviors and acknowledges with incentives.
• Must be able to set up, monitor and dispense medications; requires detailed medication management and documentation.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports; controls, as necessary, client monies and possessions.
• Performs medication rounds to ensure clients with prescribed medications receive them in accordance with medical orders and facility policies and procedures.
• Assists in providing situational counseling for clients regarding their behavior to help them cope with program requirements.
• Provides crisis intervention or suicide prevention.
• Application of approved emergency intervention or restraint when appropriate.
• Administers first aid and CPR.
• May assume shift supervisory duties when other supervisors are absent.
• Acts as a member of the supervisory team, assisting in supervising staff, evaluating staff performance, providing on the job training for new staff, and serves as a role model for team members.

Benefits

• Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees