Security Officer Full Time

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Staunton, VA

1d•$44,440 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs. WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work. Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Security Officer to maintain adequate coverage in order for the Public Safety Department to fulfill its mission statement at Western State Hospital (WSH) and at the Commonwealth Center for Children and Adolescents (CCCA).

Requirements

Valid Virginia Driver’s License
Experience in Law Enforcement, Public Safety, or related fields and positions meeting and dealing with the general public as a supplier of services

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent
Bilingual
Veteran or veteran spouse

Responsibilities

Respond and assist unit staff with patients as requested at both WSH and the CCCA.
Conduct walk throughs as designated by Administration on the units and grounds of both WSH and the CCCA to help provide a safe and secure environment and milieu for patients and staff.
Check in and scan all visitors in the front lobby as well as patients that may be returning via the front lobby by use of the walk-through metal detector and hand wand.
Check in and scan all patients returning from trips that return in the sally port by use of the walk-through metal detector and hand wand.
Respond to the scene of any fire, disaster, duress alarm, or any other such emergency and assist as needed.
Transport combative, dangerous, public safety patients to / from other state facilities, court hearings, and appointments.
Patrol hospital property, monitor parking, traffic, and conduct vehicle accident investigations as deemed necessary by management.
Prepare and submit completed special reports in a timely fashion.
Complete Public Safety logs in their entirety and enter such in the Public Safety log database.
Be an active team player at all times.