What are the responsibilities and job description for the DETENTION OFFICER position at The GEO Group?
Benefits Information:
VACATION TIME:
SICK TIME: Earn one (1) hour for every thirty (30) hours worked.
VACATION TIME:
80 Hours - One (1) year but less than five (5) years
120 Hours - Five (5) years but less than ten (10) years
160 Hours - Ten (10) years but less than fifteen (15) years
200 Hours - Fifteen (15) years and above
SICK TIME: Earn one (1) hour for every thirty (30) hours worked.
Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:
- 401 (k) 401(k) Matching
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Employee Discounts
Dental Insurance
Jury Duty
Flexible Spending Account
Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Reduced Tuition Rates
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Paid Training
Farmers Auto Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Legal Shield services
- Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
Bereavement Leave
Norton LifeLock benefits
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Overview:
If you are looking for an exciting new opportunity or to advance your career in criminal justice, corrections, or security, look no further because The GEO Group is hiring motivated individuals seeking their next opportunity. No experience is necessary and paid on-the-job training is provided. Just come with a willingness to learn and a desire to help others and you will fit right in as part of this growing team of professionals. As a Detention Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and caring for detainees at your facility while ensuring that the rules, policies, and procedures are applied fairly and consistently.
Why work for GEO:
GEO is a place for professional growth, exploration, creativity, and valuable interpersonal relationships. If you're interested in achieving extraordinary things, send in your application and join a community that cares.
Responsibilities:
In this job, you will:
- Supervise and monitor detainees 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 detainees (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.
We're looking for individuals from different backgrounds
Building an inclusive culture where every employee can perform to their maximum potential is the center of GEO’s employee value proposition. Our success is based on diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of eclectic perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds. Everyone is encouraged to apply. Here’s to unlimited ideas, increased productivity, and innovative solutions!
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements
- Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
- Must be a United States Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident
- Must have resided within the US or its territories for three (3) or more years out of the last five (5) years.
- Must have a valid state driver’s license.
- High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
- College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred. Training in cultural diversity or sensitivity 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.
- Work experience in a correctional setting preferred.
- Must be mature, flexible, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees as well as staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
GEO Secured Services
Pay: Pay USD $38.23/Hr.Salary : $38
