Security Counselors provide supervision to clients who are civilly committed to the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP). In this role, the Security Counselor utilizes a team approach to ensure a safe, secure and therapeutic environment in which the clients work towards successful community reintegration. Working in this environment may present a variety of unique and unforeseen situations which require the Security Counselor to respond in a calm manner that de-escalates and prevents potentially dangerous situations.

Job duties and responsibilities for the Security Counselor position includes:

• To ensure safety, security, and control is maintained within the facility through consistent and systematic application of established policies/procedures.
• To provide and ensure consistent, fair and humane treatment of clients during the course of daily activities.
• To provide and receive information in an accurate, timely and dependable manner.
• To be competent in the use of security, electrical, mechanical, electronic, and all other equipment associated with the position.
• To be prepared for and respond to any unusual or emergency situations.
• To act in a professional manner and set a good example both on and off the job.
• To use time wisely and to the benefit of the facility.
• To be knowledgeable of and support facility post orders, operating guidelines, instructions, security procedures, and division directives that apply to the duties assigned and to enhance operational methods.

Note: This announcement will be used to fill multiple permanent, full-time, part-time, and/or intermittent (on-call), Security Counselor vacancies within the Minnesota Sex Offender Program (MSOP) in Moose Lake. The shifts may be day, evening, or overnight. 

To qualify applicants must have:

A High School diploma or GED and be at least 18 years of age and least ONE of the following in order to qualify for further consideration:

• One or more years of full-time work experience in ANY field; OR
• Two or more years of part-time work experience in ANY field

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of volunteer/work experience which demonstrates skills in human relations capacity sufficient to assist in the resolution of disputes; provide ongoing support and direction to clients and facilitate living, social, and leisure activities.
• Ability to implement treatment strategies and recognize and report sudden behavioral and physical changes to appropriate staff OR training in therapeutic intervention and behavior management.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Apply online at https://bit.ly/DCTMSOP to job ID 87545