Security & Safety Monitor - Mental Health 357
About The Position
The Security and Safety Monitor welcomes new residents and monitors the program’s day-to-day safety and security. The role may also assist program staff in providing direct and indirect services to members served. This position supports the Recovery Station, which serves adult Kern County residents intoxicated by alcohol or drugs who are referred for support. Clinicians and peer staff connect clients with ongoing substance use and/or mental health services, coordinate warm hand-offs to community-based services, and provide post-discharge follow-up. This is an on-call role with shifts and days varying as needed. The expected starting wage range is $23.00–$25.38, with geographic differentials; starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. The assigned pay range depends on the geographic location from which the role is performed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of direct-service experience in security or another safety-related role.
- One year of direct-service experience in mental health serving a similar program population.
- A valid California BSIS Security Guard Registration, or completion of the required BSIS training course, submission of a license application within 90 days of employment, and passage of the BSIS exam. Required BSIS training and continuing education must be maintained throughout employment.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certifications must be current on the date of employment or obtained within 60 days of employment and maintained throughout employment.
- A valid and current driver’s license and personal vehicle insurance listing the employee as a driver.
- Successful completion of applicable post-offer physical examination, two-step PPD tuberculosis test, criminal background clearances, excluded-party sanctions, and degree or license verification.
- If driving is required, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance are required at employment and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.
Responsibilities
- Welcome new residents to the program.
- Monitor the program’s day-to-day safety and security.
- Assist program staff with direct and indirect services to members served as needed.
- Be willing to use the company vehicle to drive clients to appointments, groups, and other activities.
Benefits
- Eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week earn paid time off each pay period for vacation and personal needs, with prorated accrual for part-time schedules and annual carryover up to set caps.
- Nine paid holidays.
- Hourly staff shift differentials: 6% for PM shift and 10% for NOC shift.
- Hourly staff weekend shift differentials: 5% for Weekend AM, 11% for Weekend PM, and 15% for Weekend NOC.
- Free continuing education units, supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching, and mentorship.
- Online University tuition discount and company scholarships.
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
- 401(k).
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
