D101 - Administration - Security Guard

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports, as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County, and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services, as well as crisis intervention services, awareness, education, and recovery groups.

About the role

Security officers are tasked with securing the premises and personnel by staying on patrol, monitoring surveillance equipment, performing building inspections, guarding entry points, responding to codes to de-escalate crisis situations, and verifying visitors.

Responsibilities

• Guards, patrols, and monitors premises to help prevent theft, violence, and infractions of rules.
• Secures and protects facilities in case of fires, natural disasters, or other hazardous events.
• Answers alarms and investigates disturbances.
• Escorts or uses motor vehicles to transport individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection.
• Inspects facilities for fire, safety, or environmental hazards.

Requirements

• Must have a high school diploma/GED equivalent.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Professional security experience of some related nature is preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in Security Systems: Ability to operate surveillance equipment and security systems effectively.
• Emergency Response Knowledge: Understanding of emergency response protocols and crisis management procedures.
• Access Control Management: Familiarity with access control systems and procedures for verifying visitors.
• Effective Communication: Excellent communication skills for interacting with colleagues, visitors, and de-escalating confrontational situations.
• Situational Awareness: Strong attention to detail and situational awareness to identify and respond to security threats effectively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid vacation.
• Retirement plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Voluntary life insurance.

Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Wednesday and Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: 175 Emery Highway, Macon, GA.