Security Guard - Behavioral Health - Full Time

In this role you will be:

• Monitor facility grounds and interior spaces to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Perform regular security checks, patrols, and surveillance via security systems or physical rounds.
• 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 access to the facility, ensuring only authorized individuals enter secure areas.
• Maintain accurate and detailed incident reports, logs, and shift summaries.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support the safety needs of patients during interventions or transfers.
• Escort patients, visitors, or personnel as necessary within or outside the facility.
• Uphold confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times.
• Report hazards, security breaches, or maintenance issues promptly.
• Attend required safety and behavioral health training sessions, including CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) or equivalent.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• EDUCATION: High school graduate required
• EXPERIENCE: Previous safety/security experience preferred
• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
• Valid PA driver's license
• BLS preferred