Crisis Prevention Officer (CPO)
About The Position
Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, is seeking a full-time Crisis Prevention Officer to maintain safety and manage the milieu for the resident population and staff. The officer maintains positive interactions with patients, supports safety on each unit and shift, observes and engages in patient activities, and provides therapeutic and physical interventions when needed. The role responds to emergency codes and leads safety culture and initiatives on the unit. Western State Hospital is a 302-bed, Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility in Staunton, Virginia. Its clinical setting supports adults with serious mental health needs and includes Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to obtain a valid Virginia driver’s license within 30 days of the start date.
- Experience in law enforcement, corrections, psychology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Associate degree in Criminal Justice.
- Bilingual ability.
- Veteran or spouse of a veteran.
Responsibilities
- Respond professionally and therapeutically to incidents and emergencies as trained.
- Conduct designated unit walk-throughs to help maintain a safe and secure environment and patient milieu.
- Respond to fires, disasters, duress alarms, and other emergencies and assist as needed.
- Conduct searches on units as required.
- Escort residents safely and securely to destinations within the facility.
- Respond to all Code calls on forensic units.
- Complete assigned documentation and submit it to the supervisor within the specified timeframe.
- Demonstrate dependable attendance and report promptly for duty.
- Use negotiation skills to de-escalate problematic patient behaviors.
- Maintain positive interactions with patients, observe and engage in patient activities, and provide therapeutic and physical interventions when needed.
- Help lead unit safety culture and initiatives.
Benefits
- Retirement with cash match.
- Paid time off, sick time, family/personal time, and community service time.
- Health insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Life insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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