Residential Monitor - DOC

BASIC FUNCTION OF RESIDENTIAL MONITOR:

Provide overall supervision of residential clients and residential building.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF RESIDENTIAL MONITOR:

• 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.
• Supervising 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.
• Monitor will be responsible for informing clients to complete their daily chores.
• Monitors may be required to a mandation of a partial or full shift in addition to their regular hours to ensure for full coverage of the facility at all times.

REQUIREMENTS OF RESIDENTIAL MONITOR:

• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: Minimum two years' experience in social service/helping profession or security work.
• Job Skills: 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.
• Licenses/Certifications: CT Drivers License and Public Service License preferred.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

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

New Opportunities' Mission:

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.

About New Opportunities Inc.:

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.

Programs Offered by New Opportunities Inc.:

• Energy Assistance and Weatherization
• AIDS / HIV Prevention
• Fatherhood Initiative
• Employment Education and Training
• Child Welfare and Family Development Services
• Early Childhood Education Programs
• Elderly Services
• Homeless Shelter and Transitional Housing
• Ex-Offender Programs and Re-entry Services