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We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. The Correctional RN works in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, correctional officers, and administrators to ensur

A leading correctional services provider in Newark, NJ is seeking a qualified Transport Officer to assist in the safe transport of detainees.The role requires a high school diploma, confirmation of valid driving credentials, and completion of a state-approved training program.Responsibilities includ

Job DescriptionCompany Description Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today’s world. At Smiths Group plc, we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170-year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish and are proud to be a company with values grounded in integrity, respect, ownership, customer focus, and passion. Job Description This position requires daily travel to locations in and around the New Jersey, and New York Metro area, including the airport. Troubleshoots, services, installs (deploys) and repairs Trace, X-Ray, CT X-Ray and Cargo Inspection equipment at customer sites. Maintains field service log and filing system to properly initiate, organize and maintain all field service and job files until work is completed Demonstrates initiative and dedication through positive use of downtime and an overall willingness and eagerness to consistently exceed customer and company requirements. Conducts follow up calls with the customer to ensure satisfaction of work. • Responsible for meeting daily service repair needs and driving customer satisfaction, • Foster positive customer relations and a high degree of customer satisfaction by communicating effectively with customers., • Installs, repairs and maintains equipment in the field; provides customer training as required., • Must be able to respond to emergency and non-scheduled calls for service within established response time goals., • Completes all scheduled maintenance within required deadlines. Documents all inspections, maintenance, repair work and submits paperwork in a timely basis, • Order, install, and return parts and manages repair parts cycle time, • Maintains an accurate inventory of parts and tools., • Maintains currency on all technical certifications., • Reviews all logs for open issues and prepares formal reports to customers as necessary., • Participates in Service Sales opportunities and assists with promoting and implementing revenue programs., • Looks to senior level FSTs for knowledge growth and support when needed., • Ensures that tools and test equipment are properly maintained and calibrated, • Assesses product/equipment performance based on field support data; recommends modifications or improvements., • Seeks to provide technical support to customers and other service professionals as required., • May participate in site surveys, pilot program service activities, attend meetings, champion special projects and prepare exclusive reports., • Possesses a solid level of technical knowledge on the company’s Trace and X-Ray technologies., • Maintains clear and concise business communication proficiency, both oral and written, • Establishes and maintains a close relationship with senior level FST’s and Product Managers in order to support the needs of the customer and remain aware of current technical trends., • Exercises every available measure to control and minimize costs while maximizing revenue, • Must submit expenses, time cards and other administrative tasks within the specified timelines., • Travel, overtime and work hours other than Monday-Friday may be required., • Comply with and ensure department compliance with Company health, safety and environmental policies., • Comply with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations., • Other duties as requiredQualifications Education/Training: Associate’s Degree/Related Trade Certification (electrical, electronic, mechanical)/Military Training (electrical, mechanical, electronics). (Equivalence achieved through comparative work and life experience of 1-3 years is acceptable work experience in a related electrical or mechanical field service role). Computer literacy; competency in use of all programs within MS Office Suite and aptitude for learning specialized software programs. Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience directly involved in troubleshooting and field repair of electrical and electronic systems and equipment. Knowledge/Skills: Individuals shall possess excellent communications skills and have a strong orientation for customer focus and teamwork. Must be responsive to all customer issues at all times. Must be willing & able to travel at short notice. Supervises: While supervision is not considered a primary responsibility of this position, there may be instances where supervision of others on a project basis may be required Background: This position requires Sensitive Security Information (SSI) access and vetting via the TSA. Applicant must successfully pass a federal background investigation. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • Possess excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal skills with the ability to multitask several projects at once., • Excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle stressful situations., • Self-motivated, reliable, and accountable individual, • Possess excellent telephone skills, • Must be able to lift/carry 80 lbs., • Must be confident in the operation of carts, hoists, davit cranes, pallet jacks or other devices as defined in the manuals and Technical Advisory documentation., • Job requires full body mobility Work environment is typically considered to be wherever the customer of concern is located. Service will typically be rendered at airports, correctional facilities, courthouses, cruise ships or other locations as required. SDI is a Federal Contractor and a drug-free workplace. By submitting an application, I confirm that I understand that the Company has a right to require me to submit to a drug test prior to employment and at any time during my employment, to the extent permitted by law. Additional Information We offer… Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective. Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place. HIRING SALARY RANGE: $56,480 - $114,600/yr. (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant and alignment with internal and market data.) This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the Reward & Benefits tab on our main careers page at . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail or call toll-free 877-703-1029. This email and phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Smiths Detection participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity. At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. 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Job Description Overview Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things., • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful. Responsibilities Summary This position maintains continuous state of alertness and awareness to control and secure the facility and residents. Operates within legal constraints and contract agency stipulations. Primary Duties and Responsibilities • Ensures that the equipment necessary for each watch is operational including radios, flashlights, and keys prior to relieving the watch. Prepares shift documentation including shift reports, work orders, security reports, and unusual incidents that are legible, concise and that meet facility’s standards and contracting agency requirements., • Receives necessary information from previous shift personnel pertaining to events that transpired during the shift such as resident medical problems, disciplinary problems, or new arrivals and any special instructions. Relieves the watch and informs necessary personnel that the watch has been relieved. Makes entries into the security log showing the time the watch was relieved noting name and title., • Conducts radio checks documenting results in the security log. Conducts facility counts at the prescribed times and ensures the logbooks in the buildings are accurate as to count., • Frequently patrols building to observe and listen to individual residents and groups of residents and monitors the state of the building. Examples of activities include smelling for marijuana, listening to conversations, or ensuring doors and windows are properly secured., • Ensures that the building picture board has a picture of all residents assigned to the building and that the picture is in the proper bed slot., • Organizes and supervises resident work details to assist in maintaining facility cleanliness to ensure that facility meets facility’s and contracting agency requirements., • Performs activities on both a scheduled and random basis including urinalysis testing, pat-downs, shakedowns, counts, or breath tests, to maintain control and security of the residents and facility., • Documents disciplinary action for rule violations according to procedure to comply with contracting agency requirements and log accordingly., • Conducts scheduled and impromptu cleanliness checks of the facility and resident’s personal belonging to maintain it in an orderly and clean fashion to meet health and environmental requirements. This includes all rooms within the facility and residents’ personal belongings. Welcomes visitors and verifies their identity while maintaining professionalism and courtesy at all times., • Communicates with residents and staff in a professional manner to affirm and enhance self esteem, dignity, and to maintain positive resident and staff relations., • Participates in staff meetings by sharing observations and recommendations regarding the facility, residents and staff relations to identify and resolve problems and function as a unified team., • Maintains confidentiality obtained through job duties regarding employees, vendors, residents, or outside agencies so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to know" basis., • Complies with company policies and work rules as described in the company Employee Handbook, the Statement of Work, and the Facility Policies and Procedures Manual., • Adheres to attendance policies and is available to work any shifts or work overtime to ensure adequate coverage of the program and to ensure the safety and security of the residents., • Complies with facility safety rules and takes appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed in a safe manner and without injury to self or others., • Communicates effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation., • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent., • One (1) year general work experience. Experience in a related field is preferred., • Sufficient organizational skills to keep the workflow on-going in an orderly manner., • Ability to express thoughts logically, in both written and verbal form using correct grammar., • Demonstrated flexibility in order to perform a wide range of duties., • Ability to interact effectively with others and learn supervisory techniques., • Ability to maintain positive relation with staff and residents., • Ability to motivate and create an atmosphere of enthusiasm toward work ethic., • Ability to express thoughts logically, in both written and verbal form using correct grammar., • Ability to demonstrate flexibility in order to perform a wide range of duties.

Job Description Overview Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: • We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things., • Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful. Responsibilities Summary This position manages a caseload of participant cases by administering the policies and procedures of the program as directed by the contracting agency and the Program Manager or Supervising Case Manager. Learns, uses and models principles of the “What Works” system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with participants and other staff members. This position reports on program operations to ensure that all requirements of the criminal justice system are met. Primary Duties and Responsibilities • Meeting with the Supervised Offender a minimum of once per week to review progress and ensure the Supervised Offender is attending required programming activities., • Ensuring efficient management of casework functions as well as being responsible for monitoring each Supervised Offender’s progress and recommending corrective measures to the assigned NJSPB representative or representative of the agency responsible for the offender’s supervision and the Supervised Offender when progress is substandard., • Possession of a broad, in-depth knowledge of the program modalities and services of the Contractor’s program to ensure an appropriate match for the Supervised Offender; and, • Initiation and final preparation of the discharge/continuing care plan and forwarding of all documentation to the NJSPB or the agency responsible for the offenders’ supervision upon discharge., • Manages a participant caseload using principles of the “What Works” system. Conducts risk/need assessments and creates individual treatment plans for each assigned participant. Meets regularly with participants and documents participants’ progress or regress in Company database., • Conducts orientation meetings with new participants to explain program rules and regulations. Verbally explains the participant contract in detail to ensure that the participant understands his/her responsibilities., • Sets participant schedules and specifies all approved activities based on sentencing information. Approves temporary schedule changes for approved activities., • Collects participant fees on an on-going basis when required. Notifies the Program Manager of delinquent fees., • Monitors participant compliance with alcohol and/or drug counseling when required., • Reports all program violations to the appropriate agency or official via the established reporting parameters., • Troubleshoots equipment problems and relays technical problems to the Program Manager for resolution., • May review daily summaries each morning and forward reports to the appropriate agency as required., • Reports on the status of program operations regularly to ensure all necessary documentation is prepared for court review., • Represents the company in contacts with elected officials and other public figures in the criminal justice system., • May facilitate psycho-educational/behavior modification groups each week. Documents participants’ attendance, participation and progress in Company database., • May testify in court regarding participants’ compliance with court orders., • May screen participants at jail for entry into the program., • May be required to learn and develop proficiency in Client Services Specialist’s duties, including opening and closing the office, and performing participant intakes, check-ins, breath analysis and drug screens, to provide backup when necessary. Qualifications Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in Social Services required., • One (1) year of experience in casework duties providing services to the Supervised Offender population., • Drivers license required, • Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) skills Required., • The ability to become certified in cognitive behavioral skills within sixty (60) days of being hired., • Substance abuse or domestic violence certification or the ability to become certified preferred., • Basic knowledge of case management, referral services and interventions in both group and individual modalities., • Basic knowledge of criminal justice system., • Good presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills., • Good organizational skills and attention to detail., • Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels., • Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously., • Problem solving ability., • Good interpersonal skills., • Basic computer skills., • Typical office environment., • Position requires direct contact with participants., • Sufficient organizational skills to keep the workflow on-going in an orderly manner., • Express thoughts logically, in both written and verbal form using correct grammar.