Detention Guard- RCMP Haines Junction

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Location: Haines Junction - Yukon Territory (RCMP Detachment)

Reports to:Client Service Manager

Wage:$25.15/hr

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.
• Monitor prisoners while in hospital (when required).
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance.
• Record and report any damages or repairs to cells.
• Conduct 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 escort duties as required for specific detachments.
• Perform other duties particular to that detachment as laid out in the Unit Supplemental Orders.

QUALIFICATIONS – KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Valid Occupational First Aid level 1 (St John’s Ambulance OFA1 or equivalent) is a requirement. 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.
• Vision:
  Visual standards are RCMP-V4 (eyeglasses permitted).
• Able to bend at the waist and climb stairs without…