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Resident Monitor-Security - (2nd Shift) Glover House

Employer
Wisconsin Community Services
Location
Milwaukee
Salary
Competitive

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Industry
General
Role
Law Enforcement / Security
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

Resident Monitor-Security-2nd shift

Job Responsibilities:

Monitoring and supervising adult male ex-offenders within a correctional residential setting and the community. This SECOND SHIFT position maintains accountability of ex-offenders at all times and ensures adherence to all life safety, security, and sanitation requirements. Also includes some general office duties .


Essential Functions:
  1. Regular and predictable attendance.
  2. Mandatory overtime on all shifts.
  3. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
  4. Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, and contractors.
  5. Ability to work under deadlines and time pressures.
  6. Flexible to work at any facility within the Residential Reentry Division as directed.
  7. Supervising clients in the facility (living quarters, recreation room, dining room, visitation, etc.).
  8. Instruct residents in the use of facility property.
  9. Enforce all house rules governing the residents.
  10. Instill good work and personal hygiene habits in residents.
  11. Supervise and inspect residents' assigned house chores.
  12. Check as required all locking devices, alarms, and security equipment.
  13. Conduct urine surveillance and administer breathalyzer test when require or deemed necessary.
  14. Make the required tours through the building including resident quarters.
  15. Initiate counts of residents at irregular and specific intervals.
  16. Conduct surveillance checks outside the facility.
  17. Prepare all required reports and documentation such as disciplinary and accidents, incidents reports, medical reports, escapes, residents' sign in/out sheet.
  18. Follow policy to make required notification of incidents and distribution of reports.
  19. Monitor and document medication usage.
  20. Give receipts to all residents who turn money over to program for savings, debts, fee payments, etc. and follow procedures for handling money.
  21. Motivate residents to follow program expectations by using motivational incentives to reinforce positive behaviors/ achievements and impose appropriate sanctions when needed for non- compliance.
  22. Maintain accountability of residents, facility control, life safety, environmental safety, and sanitation to adequately protect residents, staff, and the community.
  23. Attend training sessions as directed.
  24. Attend scheduled staff meetings.
  25. Monitor residents' activities while in the community.
  26. All other duties as directed to carry out the responsibilities of the position.
  27. Enforce all rule of offender supervision.
  28. Do accountability checks on residents who are signed out of facility on pass.
  29. Assist with new resident intake and orientation.

Minimal Qualifications:

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required. One year prior work experience in corrections or related security or other social service is preferred. Must clear Caregiver and Background checks, physical exam, and drug screen prior to hire. Must have valid driver's license; Insured automobile preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and basic computer skills. Ability to communicate effectively and in a positive manner with staff and residents. Ability to de-escalate crisis situations. Sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic, and disability issues. Experience with CCTV and other security related equipment preferred. Ability to learn evidence based best practices and apply skills learned to all residents interactions.

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