Detention Officer – Safety, Detainee Care & Response

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Lovejoy (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Training

Job summary

A correctional services company located in Lovejoy, Georgia is seeking candidates for a role focused on supervising and monitoring detainees in various settings. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, maintaining safety, and conducting searches for contraband. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and ideally have experience in correctional environments. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing employee wellbeing in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Supervise and monitor detainees in various areas.
• Ability to conduct counts and emergency responses.
• Experience in correctional settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate movement and supervise detainee activities.
• Conduct contraband shakedowns as needed.
• Provide assistance to injured or ill detainees.

Skills

Supervision

Crisis Management

Communication

Physical Fitness

Attention to Detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

College coursework in behavioral sciences

Job description

A correctional services company located in Lovejoy, Georgia is seeking candidates for a role focused on supervising and monitoring detainees in various settings. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, maintaining safety, and conducting searches for contraband. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and ideally have experience in correctional environments. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing employee wellbeing in a challenging yet rewarding environment.