BEHAVIORAL SECURITY OFFICER PT (Security)

United Security • Middletown, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

United Security Inc. is seeking Behavioral Health Security Officers to work under the supervision of medical professionals to help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for behavioral health patients. They are responsible for observing patient behavior and applying de-escalation techniques to manage crisis situations safely. Behavioral Health Security Officers work in high-stress environments that support children between the ages of 13 to 17 years old. This role requires significant patience, empathy and emotional resilience. Common work settings include inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential addiction treatment centers, outpatient behavioral health facilities, and specialized care units. The role is physically and emotionally demanding, making a strong foundation in crisis management—such as CPI/MAB/MOAB training—critical for workplace safety.

Requirements

• CT Guard Card
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification is required upon hire.
• Candidates must have a minimum of two years of full-time direct patient care experience working in a health care setting or behavioral health setting.
• Candidates must be trained in hands-on psychiatric restraint training to safely manage acutely agitated or violent individuals.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods, and physically participate in safe patient holds or restraints when necessary.
• Must have the ability to speak, read and write in English

Nice To Haves

• Previous or current certifications & experience in CPI/MAB/MOAB/TIDES or similar training
• Previous training and experience must emphasized de-escalation first, using physical holds only as a last resort to prevent injury to the patient or others.

Responsibilities

• Utilize verbal and physical intervention techniques to safely de-escalate aggressive or agitated patients and ensure a secure environment for all.
• Continuously monitor patient behavior, mood, and physical condition, documenting changes and reporting them directly to nurses or psychiatrists.
• Recognize mental health triggers, using communication and empathy to calm individuals rather than relying immediately on physical force.
• Providing a security presence that deters aggressive behavior and provides a sense of physical safety for vulnerable patients and medical staff.
• Security measures (access control, surveillance) are integrated discreetly to provide reassurance to clients and families, allowing them to focus on recovery.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Training and Career Development Opportunities
• Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan for full time employees
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• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• 401K/403b Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED