Security Guard - Behavioral Health - Full Time
About The Position
The Security Guard monitors behavioral health grounds and interior spaces to maintain a safe and secure environment. The role conducts security checks, patrols, and surveillance; checks and documents patient belongings; responds to incidents and emergencies; and helps de-escalate volatile situations using approved crisis intervention techniques. The guard controls access to secure areas, maintains incident reports and shift logs, collaborates with clinical staff on patient safety needs, escorts patients and others as needed, and promptly reports hazards, security breaches, and maintenance issues. The role requires confidentiality and HIPAA compliance and attendance at required safety and behavioral health training, including CPI or equivalent. This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
- BLS certification required or must be obtained within one month of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous safety or security experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitor behavioral health grounds and interior spaces to maintain a safe and secure environment.
- Conduct regular security checks and patrols, and perform surveillance using security systems or physical rounds.
- Check patient belongings before entrance and document the checks thoroughly.
- Respond promptly to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies involving patients, staff, or visitors.
- Assist in de-escalating volatile situations using approved crisis intervention techniques.
- Monitor and control facility access, ensuring only authorized individuals enter secure areas.
- Maintain accurate and detailed incident reports, logs, and shift summaries.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to support patient safety needs during interventions or transfers.
- Escort patients, visitors, or personnel as necessary.
- Uphold confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
- Promptly report hazards, security breaches, or maintenance issues.
- Attend required safety and behavioral health training sessions, including CPI or equivalent.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
