Work Release Officer

Hendricks County Government•Danville, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbent is responsible for supervision of residents in a work release environment utilizing prescribed policies and procedures, ensures a secure, safe and humane environment for incarcerated persons.

Requirements

High School Graduate or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
At least 21 years old
US Citizen
No Felony Convictions
Must pass urinalysis test
Must have moderate computer skills
Must be technologically savvy
No previous substantiated PREA investigations; civil or criminal
Must be in alignment of skills assessment expectations

Responsibilities

Supervises residents.
Receives and processes all new residents.
Completes release processes.
Maintains control log of all activities during duty hours.
Provides personal supervision/observation of each resident.
Security checks of facility and grounds.
Reports any damage of work release property to supervisor.
Makes requests for supplies needed to maintain facility in a safe, clean and humane manner.
Completion of all resident records.
Review of control log daily.
Understand the incorporation of the Indiana Risk Assessment System (IRAS) with resident treatment.
Participate in Conduct Adjustment Board hearings as well as level system reviews.
Completion of all facility trainings as well as required annual training hours.
Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Change techniques.
Conducts searches and shakedowns.
Conducts body scans of all residents upon entering of facility.
Supervises all resident movement within the facility.
Controls all access to facility and maintain records of persons entering and leaving.
Provides surveillance via direct supervision, video and audio systems.
Controls and monitors emergency alert system.
Controls all work release access doors, lighting and water systems.
Create and maintain clear, definite boundaries with residents.
Monitors resident telephone and television use.
Writes resident disciplinary conduct reports.
Completes all warrant processes.
Utilize cognitive behavioral change techniques during interactions.
Perform urinalysis testing for Community Corrections/ Drug Court/Probation/Home Detention and Parole as needed.
Supervision of prescription medication storage and consumption.
Knowledge of policies, standard operating procedures, post orders
Use of Handle with Care when necessary.
Application of restraints: handcuffs, belly chains, leg/ankle restraints and black box.
Follow policies and procedures as set by the agency;
Follow dress code uniform standards.
Provide modified care for residents affected by pandemic/epidemic
Other duties as assigned.