Correctional Officer: Impactful Rehabilitation & Security

The GEO Group, Inc.; South Bay (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Matching

Pet Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. in Florida is seeking dedicated professionals to supervise inmates and maintain safety across living, dining, and recreation areas.

This full-time role emphasizes discipline, clear communication, and adherence to facility policies within a leading provider of rehabilitation services. You will coordinate inmate movements, monitor activities, and respond to emergencies, contributing to secure facilities and successful reentry outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Preference for college coursework in behavioral sciences or related field.
• Ability to work overtime as required and handle physical and mental stress.
• Possession of applicable state requisites for employment and valid driver's license if required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor inmates in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate their movement (counts and emergency responses).
• Ensure safety of program activities and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband and confiscate prohibited items.
• Keep daily logs and report injuries or incidents.
• Assist inmates and respond to medical or trauma situations.
• Report maintenance needs to keep facility clean.

Skills

Strong communication

Stress tolerance

Situational awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework in behavioral sciences or related field

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. in Florida is seeking dedicated professionals to supervise inmates and maintain safety across living, dining, and recreation areas.

This full-time role emphasizes discipline, clear communication, and adherence to facility policies within a leading provider of rehabilitation services. You will coordinate inmate movements, monitor activities, and respond to emergencies, contributing to secure facilities and successful reentry outcomes.