RESIDENTIAL OFFICER
RESIDENTIAL OFFICER.
4th Judicial District.
Female position to work third shift. Perform paraprofessional tasks in the rehabilitation,
control and security of adult
offenders in a residential
correctional facility. $19.51/hr. See job descriptions and apply online at http://fourthdcs.com/ AA/EEO
A direct service provider in a 24 hour community based corrections facility, which includes high contact
interactions with clients which may be during emergent and demanding situations. Elicits and supports
pro-social behaviors with the focus on programming to reduce recidivism and preparing clients for
successful community reentry. The work requires the use of independent judgement, initiative,
teamwork, communication, balanced approach of treatment and supervision, and developing quality
relationships with clients.
Responds swiftly and urgently to critical incidents where one’s life or safety, or the life or safety
of another person is in jeopardy (medical, fire, altercation, etc.) in a manner that is safe for both
staff members and clients. Ability to use life saving and safety measures and defensive tactics as
needed and consistent with existing policy and training.
Sustain alertness and closely observe, listen, monitor, assess, communicate and record client’s
behavior and other related information accurately and factually in electronic databases within
specified timeframes.
Communicate with the clients, their families, criminal justice and related agency staff and other
involved parties in individual and group settings.
Comprehend critical information and make decisions within established policy guidelines, time
frames and legal parameters.
Perform client/visitor room and facility searches, eye counts in order to maintain the safety and
security of the facility as well as perform furlough, pass checks and other community checks.
Travel to various locations to satisfy job requirements such as furlough and employment checks,
transporting clients, participating in training, etc.
Utilize available technology in the performance of job duties.
Responds objectively and collectedly in high stress situations showing stress tolerance in dealing
with a criminal justice population, including appropriately managing unpredictable behavior and
quickly and effectively de-escalating rapidly escalating situations.
Accurately and succinctly communicates in oral interactions and/or written reports,
assessments and summaries of human behavior in English, using proper grammar and proper
sentence structure.
Monitors, oversees and supervises clients with all activities in and around the facility grounds.
Operates electronic doors, metal detection equipment, telephone systems, two-way radios,
intercom, alarm systems, computer terminals, installs and uses client control devices and other
electronic or technology equipment as approved per department policy.