Residential Security Officer

Rock Valley Community Programs, Inc.; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Programs

Growth opportunities

Paid training and certifications

Job summary

Rock Valley Community Programs, Inc. is seeking a Program Support Specialist for our Residential Reentry Program in Wisconsin. You will help maintain safety, accountability, and order while working with residents from state and federal agencies.

Shifts run 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am on a rotating schedule, with a weekend premium of $2.00. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour plus premium, with on-site duties and required trainings.

Qualifications

• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm in high-pressure situations.
• Working knowledge of computers or willingness to learn.
• Prior experience in corrections, human services, or security is a plus.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents through counts, walkthroughs, CCTV and GPS.
• Administer urinalysis and breathalyzer (UA/BA) testing.
• Respond to crises and follow emergency protocols.
• Dispense and record medications accurately (CBRF Certification).
• Maintain daily logs, check-ins, and checkouts.
• Facilitate intake processes and client orientations.

Skills

Judgment

Problem-solving

Communication

Calm under pressure

Computer literacy

Tools

CCTV systems

UA/BA testing equipment

Job description

About Us:

Rock Valley Community Programs provides transitional and supportive housing, addiction and mental health treatment services to adults in the Rock County area. We provide these services to homeless male veterans, clients connected to the criminal justice system, and outpatient care to anyone needing assistance with addiction and/or mental health treatment.

About Us:

Rock Valley Community Programs provides transitional and supportive housing, addiction and mental health treatment services to adults in the Rock County area. We provide these services to homeless male veterans, clients connected to the criminal justice system, and outpatient care to anyone needing assistance with addiction and/or mental health treatment.

About the Position:

Our Program Support Specialists are responsible for maintaining safety, accountability, and order within our Residential Reentry Program (RRP), working directly with approximately 125 residents from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections, Federal Bureau of Prisons, and U.S. Probation.

Shift: DAY & NIGHT SHIFT - 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am rotating schedule. Example: Week 1: 4 days, Week 2: 3 days (+$2.00 night premium)

Pay: Starting $20.00 + $2.00 premium for weekend hours worked.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor residents through counts, facility walkthroughs, and monitoring CCTV and GPS tracking.
• Administer urinalysis and breathalyzer (UA/BA) testing
• Respond to crises and execute emergency protocols
• Dispense and record medications accurately (CBRF Certification)
• Maintain recordkeeping (daily logs, check-ins, and checkouts)
• Facilitate intake processes and client orientations
• Transport residents as needed using agency vehicles

Qualifications:

• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
• Working knowledge of computers, or willingness to learn
• Prior experience in corrections, human services, or security is a plus
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must complete TB test and drug screening (on-site).
• Completion of CPR, First Aid, CBRF Fire Safety, and Choking training within 90 days
• Employment is contingent upon passing a state and federal background check.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 1st of the month after date of hire
• Company Paid:
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, PTO, and Sick Time
• Retirement Savings Programs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Paid training and certifications

Rock Valley Community Programs, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled