Residential Monitor - DOC

Residential Monitor - DOC role at New Opportunities, Inc.

Full-Time, Union, Non-Exempt Position • $17.18 per hour, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday, 4:00pm–12:00am

• Maintain a safe, secure and orderly environment.
• Treat all residents with respect and common courtesy while maintaining appropriate expectations regarding conduct.
• Account for all residents at all times through sign out sheets, direct observations/continuous direct supervision of activities within the building and grounds and during any off-grounds activity.
• Account for the use of all supplies, food, equipment, etc.
• Take urine samples as indicated.
• Make all log notations and prepare all reports as necessary.
• Supervise recreation period.
• Supervise sanitation activities and perform inspections.
• Supervise all movement in and out of the facility.
• Enforce all program rules in a consistent manner.
• Inspect all parcels for contraband and search individuals as needed.
• Transport residents as required (some positions may require attaining public service license).
• Supervise clients performing community service.
• Responsible for issuing Incident Reports and or Misconduct reports when needed.
• Monitors are responsible for informing clients to complete their daily chores.
• Monitors may be required to work a partial or full shift in addition to their regular hours to ensure full coverage of the facility at all times.

Education:

High School Diploma

Experience:

Minimum two years' experience in social service/helping profession or security work.

• Reading/effective written communication.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately in response to angry or aggressive behavior from the residents.
• Good communication skills needed.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

CT Driver's License and Public Service License preferred.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Vacation Time
• Personal Time
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay

New Opportunities' mission is to improve the quality of life for economically disadvantaged individuals by providing the necessary resources to increase their standard of living, foster self-improvement, and maximize self-empowerment.

New Opportunities Inc. is the community action agency that serves Waterbury, Meriden, Torrington and 27 surrounding Connecticut towns. We offer a variety of social service programs designed to eliminate poverty and assist people in need.

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