SECURITY - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
- JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Education
- Required: High school diploma or equivalent
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- Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, or related field
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- Experience
- Preferred:
- • Experience in one or more of the following: • Security or law enforcement
- • Behavioral health or psychiatric settings
- • Corrections, probation, or military service
- • Social services or crisis response
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- Required:
- • Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- • Strong observation and communication skills
- • Emotional regulation and professionalism under pressure
- • Conflict resolution and critical thinking
- • Team collaboration
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- Physical
- This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
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Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Ability to lift up to 150 lbs and assist in patient handling, Carrying up to 50 lbs, Pushing/Pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. Exposure to healthcare environments, including biological hazards.
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- JOB SUMMARY
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The Behavioral Health Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings. This role combines traditional security functions with behavioral health support, including crisis intervention, de-escalation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.
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