Correctional Officer

Management & Training Corporation; Henderson (TX); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Vision, Dental, and Rx

Life Insurance and AD&D

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, TX is hiring a Correctional Officer to enforce security and supervise inmates in a 12-hour shift environment. The role involves observing health and safety protocols, maintaining accurate records, and supporting transportation, housing, and other operations as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of the TDCJ Correctional Officer Training program; a valid driver’s license with

Formación

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Successful completion of an accredited, TDCJ-approved Correctional Officer Training program (provided upon hire).
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; CDL endorsements if transportation duties apply.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain custody and security of inmates in compliance with MTC and TDCJ directives.
• Search for contraband and provide security; count, feed and supervise inmates.
• Perform security functions including searches; respond to emergencies and provide first aid as needed.
• Prepare and maintain records, forms and reports; assist in various areas such as transportation, housing, and food service as required.
• Work overtime as directed and maintain regular attendance.

Conocimientos

Security

Inmate supervision

Emergency response

Recordkeeping

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Correctional Officer Training

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Pay starts at $18/hour; increases to $19/hour after 6 months; increases to $20/hour after 1 year

Benefit Package Includes

• Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefit
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Make a difference! Operated by the Management & Training Corporation, the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas, provides a safe working environment and the opportunity to help people turn their lives around.

What you’ll do:

Responsible for the custody and discipline of Inmates in the facility in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives. If assigned to transport, will be responsible for the transporting of Inmates to and from the facility in accordance with established procedures.

Essential Functions

• Search for contraband and provide security.
• Count, feed and supervise Inmates in housing, work and other areas, which includes climbing stairs.
• Provide custody and security of Inmates including observation of Inmates, which includes long periods of sitting and standing.
• Perform security functions including “pat” and “strip” searches, by squatting and bending to perform such functions.
• Transfer and transport Inmates by walking or riding in vehicles. Restrain and secure assaultive Inmates as needed.
• Responds to emergencies including climbing stairs, steps, and ladders while searching for escaped Inmates, hearing calls for and calling for help, giving first aid at the emergency site, carrying an injured or unconscious Inmate or employee various distances to safety up or down stairs, steps, and ladders; and use force and deadly force to include the use of chemical agents and firearms to control Inmates.
• Read, review and properly apply information found in Inmate records, which is related to the Inmates’ health and safety and to the security of the facility. Provide appropriate information to other personnel.
• Prepare and maintain records, forms and reports.
• Perform specific duties if assigned to the following areas: commissary, property, transportation, recreation, escort/roving, mailroom, laundry, visiting room, mobile patrol, central control, housing, restrictive housing and intake.
• If assigned to the food services area: assist in instructing Inmates assigned to food service in the safe, hygienic method of preparing and serving appetizing, eye-appealing meals.
• It is expected the incumbent will work overtime when directed to do so.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
• Maintain accountability of staff, Inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Successful completion of an accredited, TDCJ-approved Correctional Officer Training program (provided upon hire) or TDCJ Correctional Officer Pre-service Training Academy. Continued employment is contingent upon passing exams and skills tests.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required. unless waived by management. If assigned to transportation, must have proper endorsements such as CDL, Passenger Endorsement, as required.

Why:

Make a real difference every day by helping to change lives.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through [e-mail] or 801-693-2888.

Work schedule

Full-time; 12-hour shift (day 6am-6pm or night 6pm-6am); Bi-weekly schedule with 3-day weekend off every other weekend.

About Us

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