Correction Support Specialist-Pathways

About the position

The Correction Support Specialist at Talbert House is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for clients and staff within a residential program. This entry-level position involves monitoring client activities, ensuring adherence to program guidelines, and providing support to clients in making appropriate decisions. The role requires effective communication and crisis management skills to respond to emergencies and incidents while ensuring that client needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Monitor activities to ensure program guidelines are followed and appropriate client care is provided.
• Make periodic rounds of buildings/grounds to ensure safety, security, and optimal facility operations.
• Assist clients and peers in making appropriate decisions.
• Deliver ongoing oversight of client activity.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation utilizing designated software.
• Respond to emergencies or incidents through conflict resolution and crisis management techniques.
• Perform routine non-clinical intake duties as required.
• Recognize behavior changes and monitor client movement.
• Operate vehicle to transport clients as required.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or high school equivalency.
• 0-2 years of experience in a related field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate level problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task.
• Effective use of computer and basic data management for record-keeping purposes.
• Basic conflict resolution/crisis management skills and techniques.