Detention Officer: Detainee Safety & Rehabilitation

The GEO Group, Inc.; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Other Benefits Available

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking candidates to supervise detainees and maintain safety across living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas at our facilities in Texas. You will coordinate inmate movement, conduct counts, and provide emergency response as needed.

The role requires the ability to handle physical and mental stress and to work extended shifts. GEO emphasizes rehabilitation and community reintegration as core to its mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, security services or related field preferred.
• State requirements for employment must be met.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor detainees in living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas.
• Coordinate detainee movement using counts and provide emergency response as needed.
• Ensure program activities are safe and supervise labor crews.
• Conduct shakedowns for contraband and confiscate prohibited items as per policies.
• Keep daily logs on detainees, including disciplinary reports.
• Provide prompt assistance to detainees who are injured or have suffered trauma.
• Report maintenance or repair needs to keep the facility clean.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking candidates to supervise detainees and maintain safety across living, recreation, dining, and visitation areas at our facilities in Texas. You will coordinate inmate movement, conduct counts, and provide emergency response as needed.

The role requires the ability to handle physical and mental stress and to work extended shifts. GEO emphasizes rehabilitation and community reintegration as core to its mission.