Mental Health Security Guard

About the role

The Safety Specialist is responsible for providing a high level of customer service through maintaining a safe environment for all clients, visitors, staff and physicians. This care is provided through direct and indirect physical and verbal interactions with clients, modeling appropriate behaviors for clients, and monitoring daily client activities.

Responsibilities

• Screens incoming clients/visitors for contraband and inventories all client property as well as monitoring surveillance equipment.
• Controls access to the center, answers/directs incoming clients, conducts physical security checks of the center grounds, and responds to fires and/or emergencies at the center.
• Maintains vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein.

Requirements

• Education & Experience: Must meet one of the following:
  • A High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience required.
  • A BA degree in a related mental health field.
  Note: Relevant experience is defined as working with severely emotionally disturbed (SED) children and/or adults in an inpatient, outpatient, or hospital setting, or any environment where safety and security were the primary focus.
• Certifications & Licensure: Active Security Guard Registration with the California BSIS, OR the ability and commitment to successfully register within 90 days of employment.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience required OR BA degree in a related mental health field.

Skills

• Customer Service
• Physical Security
• Emergency Response
• Client Interaction

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication.

Pay

$17.71 - $18.50 USD Per Hour

Schedule

Sun - Tues: 7 AM - 7:30 PM