Full-Time Security Officer (2nd Shift)

WELLSTONE • Huntsville, AL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer works at the WellStone Emergency Services location in Huntsville, Alabama, helping ensure the safety of clients, visitors, and staff during 24/7/365 operations. The officer monitors the campus hourly, patrols buildings and surrounding areas, assists with de-escalation and client management, and communicates in a client-centered manner. This is a full-time, second-shift position scheduled Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to midnight.

The officer follows the Center’s philosophy of care, professional ethics, policies, and procedures. When supporting clinical staff with clients who are agitated or otherwise in crisis, the officer acts in a supportive capacity, follows clinically sound practices, and defers to clinical staff on interventions to protect client rights. The officer may document incidents and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Alabama driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CPR and SAMA certifications, or ability to obtain them.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience working with the population.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Center’s philosophy of care, professional ethics, policies, and procedures.
• Make routine hourly rounds of temporary and permanent campus facilities to protect staff, visitors, and clients.
• Monitor parking lots and assist people with information and directions.
• Stop or question unauthorized personnel to enforce Center policies and procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and call law enforcement for backup when needed or deemed necessary.
• Support clinical staff when assistance is requested with an out-of-control, aggressive, agitated, or manic client; defer to clinical staff on interventions and follow clinically sound practices that protect client rights.
• Document incidents involving property damage, theft, altercations, and other events as required.
• Submit event and incident documentation to the Human Resource Department.
• Advise staff on office, personal, and building-exit safety protocols and procedures.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision premiums.
• State Retirement participation through RSA, plus an optional 457b plan with a company match.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• Ability to accrue up to 15 days of PTO per year; unused PTO rolls over.
• Company-paid group life and AD&D insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Licensure reimbursement.
• Tuition discounts through learning partnerships with Athens State University, Capella University, and Wallace State Community College.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED