Security Guard

East Tennessee Behavioral Health • Knoxville, TN

93d

About The Position

Responsible for monitoring all persons and/or vehicles entering or leaving facility property.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years’ experience in security, corrections or military.
• Valid state driver's license.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist, direct and monitor all persons entering and leaving the facility property.
• Keep accurate log books, as required.
• Direct emergency personnel arriving on facility property and maintain flow of traffic during emergencies, such as fire drills.
• Communicate incoming admissions, visits and deliveries to appropriate staff.
• Monitor parking area to ensure that no loitering or misconduct takes place, monitor lobby area and do frequent sweeps of the entire facility.
• Interact with staff and patients in a professional manner at all times.
• Report any suspicious behavior to the CEO, supervisor or a member of leadership.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees