Job description
This position will report to the Framingham Community Justice Support Center located Framingham, MA. which is a community-based facility serving adult clients on probation and parole with a history of criminal behavior and addiction.
The Monitor is responsible and accountable for monitoring clients and for maintaining a safe and secure environment for both staff and clients. She will ensure that clients enter and exit the Center in an appropriate manner and remain in assigned areas. She will be responsible for monitoring and collecting urine drug screens from gender specific clients.
Job Function:
- Supervise and monitor clients in all phases of daily routines including break periods.
- Monitor all educational and clinical classes/groups
- Take accurate attendance of all clients.
- Maintain accurate communication log entries.
- Collection and documentation of urine screens
- Provide client transportation to/from the Center in program vehicle when necessary
- Write incident reports as needed and communicate concerns to program management
- Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and trainings as directed.
- Prevent crisis situations from escalating by intervening and counseling clients.
- Provide support and assistance in any crisis situation.
- Maintain work schedule as directed.
Education/Experience/Physical Requirements:
Required: Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university; or high school diploma and minimum of four (4) years of experience in social service, security, or related field. Demonstrated ability to exercise courtesy, respect, and professionalism in interpersonal communication with public and clients.
Preferred: Understanding of de-escalation techniques.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.60 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
- Must be available to work all shifts (8am-4pm, 10am-6pm, 11:30am-730pm weekdays, weekends/holidays 9am-1pm)
Experience:
- Criminal justice: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.60 - $22.60 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Security: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Preferred QualificationsRequired: Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university; or high school diploma and minimum of four (4) years of experience in social service, security, or related field. Demonstrated ability to exercise courtesy, respect, and professionalism in interpersonal communication with public and clients.
Preferred: Understanding of de-escalation techniques.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma with at least four years of experience in social services, security, or a related field
- Ability to communicate courteously, respectfully, and professionally with the public and clients
- Valid driver's license
- Understanding of de-escalation techniques
- Two years of criminal justice experience
- One year of security experience
What We Do
Old Colony YMCA is a charitable, non-profit organization dedicated to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Serving Southeastern Massachusetts, it provides human services and health and wellness programming for children, families, adults, and seniors. Their mission is to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential and foster the development of strong spirit, mind, and body through community-focused initiatives.
