Detention Guard - Keremeos, BC

Keremeos, BC We are Hiring for casual on call positions

WORK WITH US, NOT FOR US - Join the Commissionaires BC as a Detention Cell Guard .

A Great Opportunity if you are :

• Wanting to add additional income to your household.
• Gain experience if you are working towards a career in law enforcement or criminal justice.
• Flexible hours maximize your work-life balance

One of Canada's oldest security organizations, our detention guards work with police departments and municipalities to help in keeping Canadians safe.

Reach your full potential today!

Location : Keremeos RCMP Detachment

Shift Times : On-Call / Casual Backup - Days, Evenings and Overnights

Position Summary : Under the direction of the RCMP Member responsible for Cell Block Operations, the Detention Guard is primarily responsible to monitor the safety and well-being of persons in custody and perform other duties as required.

Duties And Responsibilities :

• Observe and check prisoners frequently and irregularly, this may include the use of Closed- Circuit Television (CCTV).
• Assist RCMP member(s) when required to search prisoners (training provided) Note : Physical handling of prisoners is not a job requirement for Detention Guards;

any movement of prisoners will be conducted by the RCMP.

• Organize meals, record prisoner activity, and maintain a prisoner activity logbook.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance.
• Record and report any damages or repairs to cells. C
• onduct search of cells prior to occupation and when cells are vacated.
• Maintain cellblock security by ensuring cell doors are locked at all times.
• Ensure cellblock keys are tagged and stored safely.
• Ensure all personal effects removed from prisoners are properly secured.
• Monitor fire safety and be fully conversant with fire orders.
• Handle and dispense laundry items.
• Under the supervision of the RCMP Officer, dispense approved prescription medications to persons in custody.
• As per the RCMP Unit Supplemental Orders, monitoring prisoners to have or suspected of having suicidal tendencies.
• Perform other duties particular to that detachment as laid out in the Unit Supplemental Orders.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills And Abilities :

• Must be 19 years and older.
• Valid Occupational First Aid level 1 (St John’s Ambulance OFA1 or equivalent) or willingness to complete the course prior to being hired.

Once hired, Commissionaires will maintain your certification.

• Able to obtain RCMP Reliability and Public Works Reliability Clearance (RCMP Clearance can take 4 6 months to obtain).
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak in English. V
• Vision : Visual standards are RCMP-V4 (eyeglasses permitted).
• Able to bend at the waist and climb stairs without restrictions or the use of assistive devices.
• Mobility Standards : Able to use both hands, occasionally manipulate / lift up to 20 kilograms, bend at the waist and climb stairs without restrictions or the use of assistance devices.
• Basic level computer skills.
• Ability to remain in control under trying conditions.
• Ability to be discrete.
• Work effectively with other people.
• Willingness to undergo detention guard training as required, including Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) training and refresher on a semi-annual basis.
• Ability to work independently.
• Conscientious, enthusiastic, and reliable.

REWARDS AND PERKS :

• Free and paid training programs.
• Flexible work schedule maximize your work-life balance!
• Recognition programs.
• Free uniform.
30+ days ago