Intake Supervisor

The GEO Group, Inc.; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 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

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking an Intake Supervisor to oversee security and control activities in the Intake Department, coordinating detainee intake and release and directing staff in the unit.

This role requires prior detention or security experience, strong leadership and training abilities, and the ability to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and safety protocols. You will collaborate with other departments to maintain facility goals and deliver reliable operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year as detention officer and 2 years in field supervision.
• College coursework in behavioral sciences or related field preferred.
• Must be mature, flexible and able to handle mental stress.
• Ability to work with computers and typical department software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and schedule Intake and Release Officers; ensure duteies in detainee receival and discharge.
• Respond to major incidents and provide assistance to detainees as needed.
• Direct staff, hire, evaluate, train, and manage disciplinary actions as required.
• Create and review records, reports, and daily logs; ensure procedures are followed.

Skills

Detention officer experience

Field supervision

Computer skills

Behavioral sciences

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

The Intake Supervisor supervises the security and control activities and staff in the Intake Department, which provides for maximum facility coordination of detainee intake and release. Responsible for the coordination of work assignments for all Intake staff assigned to the unit.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Intake Supervisor supervises and schedules work of Intake and Release Officers assigned to the unit; ensuring facility coordination in the receiving and discharge of detainees, in addition to the preparing of required records and reports.
• Responds to major unusual occurrences. Facilitates prompt and appropriate assistance to detainees in the event of injury, illness or emotional trauma.
• The Intake Supervisor directs the work of other employees. This includes the selection, hiring, evaluating job performance, employee training and development, promoting, and any disciplinary action, including termination.
• Makes assignments, reviews post orders and ensures that all procedures, including emergency procedures, are in place and staff trained in proper implementation.
• The Intake Supervisor reviews staff effectiveness and conducts frequent physical inspections of the facility to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Gives primary guidance on situational problems; making referrals for more complex problems.
• The Intake Supervisor prepares records and reports as assigned by management. Maintains daily logs as required.
• Responsible for attaining facility goals/objectives and ensuring compliance with all rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures for intake/discharge operations.
• The Intake Supervisor performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED certification required.
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a detention officer and two (2) years of successful experience in field supervision (e.g., civilian community law enforcement, commercial or industrial guard service, or security service supervisory positions.). The two (2) year requirement may be satisfied by completion of a career development program that includes work-related experience, training, or college credits at a level of achievement equivalent to the basic requirement, as practiced in the federal hiring process.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of detainees and staff and possess a high tolerance to mental stress.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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