Safety & Security Guard - FT/PT/PRN - (Days/Evenings/Nights) Gwinnett/Rockdale/Newton/Clayton Co.

Required Degree High school Travel 20% Manage Others No Description View Point Health Job Title: Safety & Security Guard Job Code: PST051/Facility Security Officer 2 Shift: Full-Time/Part-T ime/PRN Job Hours: Times May Vary Division/Department/Program: Security Services Administration View Point Health proudly provides outpatient treatment to children, adolescents and adults. At the outpatient centers, we promote overall health and quality of life for individuals, youth and families through evidenced-based therapies and medication management to reduce the impact of mental illness, behavior challenges, and substance use. The Safety & Security Guard position involves patrolling assigned premises, enforcing security policies, identifying suspicious behaviors, controlling access to the property, responding to incidents, and reporting any irregularities to th appropriate assigned parties. Essentially acting as a visible deterrent and maintaining a watchful presence and ensuring the safety if the property and personnel. Under general supervision, guards, patrols, or monitor premises, facilities, and other areas to prevent theft, violence, and infractions of rules. Secures and protects facilities in case of fires, natural disasters, or other hazardous events. Duties & Responsibilities: Conduct approved security scanning check of visitors on site. Monitors stairwells, hallways, and office space at the assigned area to ensure safety of all staff and clients. Walks through buildings to ensure security, walks staff to cars in parking lot as requested. Keep clients from congregating in the waiting areas or parking lots after hours. Monitors grounds, including the edges of the parking lot, to ensure that it is not being used by those who do not have business a the Clayton Center building. Escorts people of the grounds when they are disruptive or trespassing. Enforces agency policies (tobacco-Free, No Weapons, or Illicit Drugs, Safe & supportive environment/Disruptive Behavior) Maintains awareness of activities around the building and checks periodically o make sure that employees are safe throughout the building. Be a visible presence around the building: build rapport with clients, visitors, and employees. Be available to staff to provide additional assistance when requested via a Clayton Center cellular telephone. coordinates with law enforcement or emergency services personnel as needed. Walks through the building at time of closure to ensure security, making sure all doors are locked, and the building is empty. Waiting room management welcomes those entering the building, inquiries about their needs and steers visitors to the appropriate program/sites. Observes and monitors visitors/clients' behaviors during visits to the center. Proactively intervenes and diffuses potentially disruptive situations using established guidelines. Assists in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols and procedures (medical or behavioral crisis). Is competent in avoidance/preventing escalation and will work to verbally neutralize crisis in progress. Place call to 911 when needed and communicate with first responders; assist in the completion of the related Critical Incident Report (CIR) documentation. Comply with agency rules and policies on confidentiality and as an agency employee maintains required professional boundaries with clients. Participate in Health & Safety meetings to ensure knowledge of emergency procedures. Other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED AND One (1) year of job-related experience. Note: Some positions may require P.O.S.T. certification. Some positions may require area specific certifications or eligibility. Preferred Qualifications: Minimum one (1) year experience working in a medical/mental health setting. Outgoing, engaging and personable communication skills. Experience working in a medical or psych office, or DBHDD. Highly organized and detail oriented. Must be able to lift 20 pounds. Requires long periods of sitting/standing. Must have valid Georgia driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy. Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting). Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens. Any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license. Benefits (for qualified employees): State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts) Company contributes 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan Generous PTO – plus 9 holidays per year –and a paid Cultural/Spiritual/Service Day! No employee deduction for Social Security – means more money in your paycheck! Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology, and travel Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Clinical supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available Flexible hours available, including telehealth from home! View Point Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area.It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr