Detention Guard

**Castlegar, BC We are Hiring **for on call positions**

**WORK WITH US, NOT FOR US - Join the Commissionaires BC as a Detention Cell Guard. **_As the only not-for-profit security company, our focus is on our employees._

**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**: Merritt RCMP Detachment

**Shift Times**:On-Call - 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.

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