Program Monitor: Fitchburg, Ma

Location:

Fitchburg Community Justice Support Center
Worcester County Sheriff’s Office
133 Prichard Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420

Summary

The program monitor is responsible for the overall supervision and monitoring of clients in all phases of daily routines including breaks while at the Worcester County Sheriff's Office (WCSO) Community Justice Support Centers (CJSC). The monitor is responsible for assisting clients in securing property in lockers when attending groups, monitoring all education and clinical classes/groups, taking accurate attendance of all clients while in the facility and maintaining accurate communication log entries and visitor records. The monitor should be proficient in utilizing de-escalation techniques in order to prevent crisis situations and will provide support and assistance to all staff and/or clients. The monitor will work closely with the Principle General Clerk/Office Assistant to attend to front desk responsibilities, such as answering calls, filing, cleaning, assisting with reports, etc.  Great opportunity for someone who is interested in starting their career in the Criminal Justice field by joining a supportive WCSO team.   

Responsibilities

The monitor is responsible for assisting clients in securing property in lockers when attending groups, monitoring all education and clinical classes/groups, taking accurate attendance of all clients while in the facility and maintaining accurate communication log entries and visitor records.

The monitor should be proficient in utilizing de-escalation techniques in order to prevent crisis situations and will provide support and assistance to all staff and/or clients.

The monitor will work closely with the Principle General Clerk/Office Assistant to attend to front desk responsibilities, such as answering calls, cleaning, assisting with reports, filing, etc.

 Supervision over clients only, during daily routines and breaks including daily walk through.

 Maintain a work schedule as directed and can be flexible with possible shift changes.

 Attend all relevant trainings and facilitate non-CBT groups for clients.

 Performs high school equivalency test proctoring within the center.

 Provide intake assistance by going over paperwork with clients and making sure all documents are signed and reviewed.

 Support the programming staff with scheduling and any other auxiliary tasks to support the goals of the center.

 Driving a WCSO issued van or car to transport clients to/from the center.

 Maintain confidentiality of personal data.

 Procure, track and preserve urine specimens and perform Breathalyzer samples from clients in accordance with prescribed policies and   procedures.

 Accurately report both urine specimens and Breathalyzer sample test results.

 Maintain accurate and reliable drug and alcohol testing records.

 Maintain and secure equipment for drug and alcohol collection.

 Train and monitor assigned staff persons and/or student interns of daily duties.

 Work with CJSC staff and Probation Officers to ensure a positive flow of information.

 Attend all scheduled meetings and present accurate accounts and information of CJSC drug and alcohol collecting/testing at said meeting.