CORRECTIONAL OFFICER (TEA) - ACADEMY

Equal Opportunity EmployerBenefitsPaid Time OffPaid Holidays401(k) MatchingHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceHealth Savings AccountTuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountReduced Tuition RatesDisability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k)Pet InsuranceDental InsurancePaid TrainingFlexible Spending AccountResponsibilitiesSupervise and monitor inmates in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.Coordinate their movement (conducting counts and providing emergency response as needed).Make sure program activities stay safe and supervise labor crews.Conduct shakedowns for contraband materials (by yourself or with your team) and confiscate prohibited items as per policies and procedures.Keep daily logs on inmates (including disciplinary reports).Provide prompt and appropriate assistance to those who have been injured, ill, or have suffered trauma.Report any maintenance or repair needs to keep your facility clean.QualificationsYou must be mature, flexible, with the ability to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress. Working experience in a correctional setting is preferred.Additional Requirements Include:High school diploma or equivalent certification.College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field, preferred.Possession of applicable state requisites for employment.Ability to work overtime as required.Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.Must be able to regularly report to work without being late.Ability to be physically alert on any shift that is assigned.Ability to work up to sixteen (16) hours within a rolling 24 hour period.May be required to possess valid state driver's license.Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity, preferred.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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