CRISIS PREVENTION RESPONSE TEAM MEMBER (SECURITY OFFICER IV)-DAY SHIFT
About The Position
To maintain security of the hospital units and patient population while promoting a constant and positive interaction with patients on the unit. Ensure that unit security presence is maintained on each unit on each shift. Respond to emergency codes on the units, the team will assist in the control over the safety of patients on designed unit through efficient and compliant use of TOVA and approved de-escalation techniques. Assignment will be to one specific unit/units with occasional rotations to other units as needed. Responsible for leading the safety culture and initiatives on the unit and maintaining controlled access and patient custody both inside and outside of the facility during patient transportation.
Requirements
- Valid Virginia Driver’s License with acceptable driving record is required.
- Prior experience working in a field such as law enforcement, military police, corrections or mental health related field is required.
- Experience in handling difficult individuals and familiarity with therapeutic de-escalation techniques.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with seclusion and state approved procedures for the utilization of facility-approved restraints to physically control, confine, and restrain individuals as directed by supervision/medical/nursing department.
Responsibilities
- Maintain security of the hospital units and patient population
- Promote a constant and positive interaction with patients
- Ensure unit security presence is maintained on each unit on each shift
- Respond to emergency codes on the units
- Assist in the control over the safety of patients through efficient and compliant use of TOVA and approved de-escalation techniques
- Lead the safety culture and initiatives on the unit
- Maintain controlled access and patient custody both inside and outside of the facility during patient transportation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
