Job Description

Job Title: Monitor

Department: West Homestead

Reports To: Director of Corrections

Purpose: This position is responsible for the security of residents and the facility. This person works as part of the Corrections Team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Be available to a work flexible schedule as set forth by the Center Management
• Have current knowledge of the criminal justice system and human services systems
• Ensure that clients follow proper rules, regulations and procedures in accordance with Resident Handbook
• Responsible for reading daily log
• Responsible for reviewing and responding to e-mail upon arrival and before departure from scheduled shift
• Responsible for sending accurate and timely e-mails regarding paroles, revocations and escapes as well as other vital communications
• Perform and document a minimum of three physical head counts per eight-hour shift
• Perform document hourly security checks throughout facility
• Verify and record all medications brought into the facility
• Administer on-site drug and alcohol tests residents as required
• Conduct pat-down/personal searches of residents' and their belongings as required
• Conduct searches of residents' rooms, common areas and building perimeter as required
• Conduct daily employment verifications per shift per shift with current employers through either telephone consultation or on-site visits
• Perform front office duties including entry-exit procedures, answering phones and daily log documentation
• Verify identification and register visitors and vendors
• Escort residents on leisure and volunteer activities in the community as required
• Observe and document medication distribution at designated times
• Distribute and document the distribution of resident funds
• Oversee weekend meal preparation by the residents
• Visually verify and document completion of resident detail
• Participate in formal evaluation of resident progress
• Document pertinent shift activities in the daily log book
• Communicate with on-call staff any unusual incidents, and document all unusual incidents in the daily log book
• Report and document all resident rule violations
• Attend and participate in all necessary meetings
• Participate in professional development training that includes but is not limited to working with offenders, substance abuse, etc.
• Promote the mission and goals of the agency at all times

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ethics and Confidentiality -Comply with existing policy presented in employee handbook and its addendums.
• Safety and Security -Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality -Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability -Follows instructions, responds to management direction; demonstrates flexibility in covering open shifts during staff shortages
• Verbal/Written Communication -Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings; Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Electronic Communication -Must be fluent in a variety of computer technologies including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Problem Solving -Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions: Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills -Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Service -Manages difficult or emotional client situations; Responds promptly to client needs; Solicits client feedback to improve services: Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork -Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Put success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Adapts to changes in work environment; modifies or changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Leadership -Exhibits confidence in self and encourages confidence in others; Inspires and motivates others to do well; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others. Displays willingness to make decisions and includes appropriate people in decision making process.
• Diversity -Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Initiative -Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

An Associates Degree or the equivalent of60 college credits related to the field is preferred A minimum of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

CANDIDATES FOR THIS ROLE MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19.

Must be able to obtain current Act 33 & 34 Clearances.

Must be able to obtain Allegheny County Jail Clearances.

Must be able to obtain additional clearances as required.

A valid PA Driver License is preferred.

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