Lead Corrections Monitor

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith based organization, has a job opening for a Lead Corrections Monitor for the Fort Myers Area Command, located in Fort Myers, Florida.

Job Summary

Serves as a lead worker to other Correction Monitors, ensures all shifts are staffed. Monitors the activity of residents on an assigned shift ensuring accountability, safety, security and compliance to corrections facility rules; monitors client behavior and serves as liaison between client and counselor communicating pertinent information; administers drug/alcohol testing as required; maintains accurate and complete records and logs containing pertinent information regarding facility occupancy and client accountability.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.

Knowledge of basic recordkeeping practices and procedures.

Ability to instruct and train co-workers in the proper methods and procedures for performing work.

Ability to lead and motivate employees in performing work assignments.

Ability to communicate effectively with clients in order to control, lead, and motivate behavior.

Ability to work with the public encompassing all types of behaviors.

Ability to work independently and with limited supervision while enforcing established policies and procedures.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or G.E.D. and one-year experience performing security work preferred

or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

Must be at least 21 years of age.             

Valid State Driver’s License

Approved Salvation Army Motor Vehicle Report required

Ability to obtain N.C.I.C. and F.C.I.C.

Approved background check report required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.

Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action.

Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis.  Distance of travel is usually within the same building.

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.

Works is performed in a corrections facility where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Additional Information

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.

Application Submittal Period:  3/7/2023 through 3/21/2023

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled