Security Monitor
Company: The GEO Group, Inc.
Location: edinburg
Posted on: May 3, 2021
Job Description:
Job Description Facility: MID VALLEY HOUSE Compensation Base:
Compensation Bonus (if applicable):Equal Opportunity
Employer.SummaryThis position maintains continuous state of
alertness and awareness to control and secure the facility and
residents. Operates within legal constraints and contract agency
stipulations. This is a full time position with benefits. We are a
24/7 operational facility. Your shift/schedule may vary. Overtime
may be requested as per facility needs. Primary Duties and
Responsibilities Ensures that the equipment necessary for each
watch is operational including radios, flashlights, and keys prior
to relieving the watch. Prepares shift documentation including
shift reports, work orders, security reports, and unusual incidents
that are legible, concise and that meet facility's standards and
contracting agency requirements. Receives necessary information
from previous shift personnel pertaining to events that transpired
during the shift such as resident medical problems, disciplinary
problems, or new arrivals and any special instructions. Relieves
the watch and informs necessary personnel that the watch has been
relieved. Makes entries into the security log showing the time the
watch was relieved noting name and title. Conducts radio checks
documenting results in the security log. Conducts facility counts
at the prescribed times and ensures the logbooks in the buildings
are accurate as to count. Frequently patrols building to observe
and listen to individual residents and groups of residents and
monitors the state of the building. Examples of activities include
smelling for marijuana, listening to conversations, or ensuring
doors and windows are properly secured. Ensures that the building
picture board has a picture of all residents assigned to the
building and that the picture is in the proper bed slot. Organizes
and supervises resident work details to assist in maintaining
facility cleanliness to ensure that facility meets facility's and
contracting agency requirements. Performs activities on both a
scheduled and random basis including urinalysis testing, pat downs,
shakedowns, counts, or breath tests, to maintain control and
security of the residents and facility. Documents disciplinary
action for rule violations according to procedure to comply with
contracting agency requirements and log accordingly. Conducts
scheduled and impromptu cleanliness checks of the facility and
resident's personal belonging to maintain it in an orderly and
clean fashion to meet health and environmental requirements. This
includes all rooms within the facility and residents' personal
belongings. Welcomes visitors and verifies their identity while
maintaining professionalism and courtesy at all times. Communicates
with residents and staff in a professional manner to affirm and
enhance self-esteem, dignity, and to maintain positive resident and
staff relations. Participates in staff meetings by sharing
observations and recommendations regarding the facility, residents
and staff relations to identify and resolve problems and function
as a unified team. Maintains confidentiality obtained through job
duties regarding employees, vendors, residents, or outside agencies
so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to know"
basis. Complies with company policies and work rules as described
in the company Employee Handbook, the Statement of Work, and the
Facility Policies and Procedures Manual. Adheres to attendance
policies and is available to work any shifts or work overtime to
ensure adequate coverage of the program and to ensure the safety
and security of the residents. Complies with facility safety rules
and takes appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed
in a safe manner and without injury to self or others. Communicates
effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a
team spirit and a sense of cooperation. Performs other duties as
assigned. Job Requirements Minimum Requirements High school diploma
or equivalent. One (1) year general work experience. Experience in
a related field is preferred. Sufficient organizational skills to
keep the workflow on-going in an orderly manner. Ability to express
thoughts logically, in both written and verbal form using correct
grammar. Demonstrated flexibility in order to perform a wide range
of duties. Ability to interact effectively with others and learn
supervisory techniques. . Ability to maintain positive relation
with staff and residents. Ability to motivate and create an
atmosphere of enthusiasm toward work ethic. Ability to express
thoughts logically, in both written and verbal form using correct
grammar. Ability to demonstrate flexibility in order to perform a
wide range of duties Ability to work with computers and the
applicable software typically used by the facility. Valid, active
driver's license is required.
Keywords: The GEO Group, Inc., Edinburg , Security Monitor, Other , edinburg, Texas
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