Monitor I - CSCD

Job Title

Monitor I - CSCD

Pay Rate

United States of America (Hourly)

Time Type

Full time

Summary

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide surveillance and direct supervision, security, control and care of assigned residents in accordance with established policies, regulations, and procedures;
• Monitor all residents leaving and returning to the CCF from authorized or unauthorized leave; all non-staff personnel entering the CCF premises; all residents in-house for compliance with program rules, regulations and assignments, and inspect all assigned work areas;
• Monitor and observe residents' general conduct and behavior to prevent disturbances and/or absconding;
• Transport and/or escort residents to and from designated areas and/or locations;
• Dispense and record all medication(s) or non-prescription drugs for residents;
• Maintain direct contact with residents in order to provide resolution to their problems and/or intercede, including using force to the extent necessary, to maintain control and order;
• May have to collect urine specimens for urinalysis and/or administer the Alco-Scan drug test for any resident suspected of substance abuse;
• Monitor all areas of the facility for safety hazards, maintenance problems, property damage and prevention of criminal activity; Monitor operations of equipment and report malfunctions;
• Supervise and maintain housekeeping procedures established by facility policies and procedures;
• Write detailed reports of incidents and/or events within the facility;
• Conduct lights out and wake up;
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related duties as needed;
• Other specialized job requirements include the ability to work with people; Diplomacy, tact, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize to meet suspense dates are necessary.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of security practices and procedures;
• Ability to adjust to rapidly fluctuating situations; ability to deal with hostile, abusive, or irrational individuals ;
• Knowledge and understanding of the needs associated with residential care and treatment program requirements;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; follow written and verbal instructions; and communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Requires skill in developing training programs; interpreting statistical data, formulating recommendations and writing reports; and in operating Windows-based word processing and spreadsheet software.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required;
• Experience in dealing with residents/patients in a Mental Health or Substance Abuse treatment programs is highly preferred;
• Thirty (30) hours of college in the Social Science majors or related field of human relations is preferred;
• Six (6) months experience in Law Enforcement Corrections, Detention, Residential Treatment Services, or Security is preferred;
• Required to complete the Residential Staff Certification Course within one (1) year of assignment to a residential facility;
• Required to complete and maintain TDCJ-CJAD training class courses and hours to prescribed standards every year.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Includes lifting/carrying 10 to 30 lbs. frequently; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand an eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Duties require moderate physical exercise including sustained periods of walking and standing in the supervision and control of contained/assigned criminal probation offenders/residents. Subject to sitting, walking, standing, reaching, twisting and handling to perform the essential job functions.

Applicant must be 21 years of age.

Applicant must possess a valid Texas Driver’s license; have reliable transportation, and a good driving record. Applicant must pass and maintain a favorable criminal background check. Applicant must clear a pre-employment physical and urinalysis test.

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

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Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.