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The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group is seeking a professional to coordinate the intake, booking, and maintenance of records for newly arriving detainees, ensuring custody and security throughout the process.

The role includes supervising staff, ensuring accurate admission documentation, managing counts, and preparing daily reports while enforcing company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• College coursework in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred.
• Three years of experience in a correctional setting, with supervisory capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and maintain the intake process and master roster for newly arrived detainees/inmates.
• Ensure legal authority to admit and accurate identification of detainees/inmates; review admission documents for accuracy.
• Search incoming detainee property for contraband; conduct shakedowns as required and confiscate contraband per policy.
• Coordinate detainee movements, transfers, counts, and provide emergency response as required.
• Conduct strip searches as needed in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Supervise detainees/inmates in the intake area and other areas as needed; provide supervision and security.
• May complete initial detainee questionnaires and initiate detainee files.
• Prepare and maintain daily logs and reports; direct work of count room staff; manage performance and training.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

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

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you\'ll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry\'s global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are:

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work for GEO:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

Summary

Responsible for the overall development and coordination of the receiving, booking, and maintenance of records for newly arriving detainees/inmates. Maintains the custody, care and control of detainees/inmates. Oversees and monitors detainee/inmate activities and enforces policies and procedures of the company and contracting agency.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall development, coordination and maintenance of the intake process and master roster of newly arrived detainees/inmates assigned to the facility.
• Confirms the facility has legal authority to admit and the accurate identification of the incoming detainees/inmates. Reviews admission documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Searches incoming detainee/inmate property for contraband. Conducts shakedown for contraband materials, either individually or as part of a specialized team. Confiscates contraband in accordance to facility and contracting agency policies and procedures.
• Coordinates and monitors detainee/inmate movements, transfer records, conducts counts, and provides emergency response as required.
• Conducts strip searches of detainee/inmate as needed in accordance to facility and contracting agency policy and procedures.
• Supervises detainees/inmates in the detainee/inmate intake area. May provide detainee/inmate supervision and security in other areas as needed.
• May complete initial incoming detainee/inmate questionnaires and initiate a detainee/inmate file.
• Coordinates tally of counts as they are reported during each count period. Advises responsible supervisor when count is clear or any discrepancies. Develops and maintains clear records of counts and results.
• Directs the work of the count room staff and other employees. This includes the selection, hiring, evaluating job performance, employee training/development, promoting and any disciplinary action, including termination.
• Prepares reports and maintains daily logs as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience working in a correctional setting, one of which was in a position requiring supervisory capabilities. Booking or intake experience preferred.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees/inmates and staff, and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Must have a proven work history with sound abilities to communicate both verbally and in writing. Must have the ability to maintain records, files and prepare reports.

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