Security Guard (Locked Facility)
Job Description
Job Description
Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center is a locked psychiatric facility. We are currently seeking a Security Guard for our residential mental health treatment program for men and women. Pay starting at $23.50/hr. (FT)
Full Time: 3pm to 11pm (Tuesday to Saturday)
Part Time: 3pm to 11pm (Saturday to Monday)
Job Summary: Providing high level of customer service by ensuring there is a safe and therapeutic environment for all residents, staff, and visitors. Our Security Guard shall monitor, supervise, and engage with residents through direct and indirect interactions.
Responsibilities:
· Maintains supervision over the general milieu within the units to ensure quality resident care. Ensure the safety of residents and staff on the units
· Maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth rehabilitation and facilitates the development of self help skills among individuals
· Observe, monitor and report any suspicious behaviors, issues, and or safety threats
· Making presence known and maximized in areas where abundance of residents reside
· Monitor hallways during and after program hours.
· Develop rapport with clients and provide a safe environment for them
· Communicate with treatment teams regarding clients' progress and concerns
· Provide assistance for clients who need support
· Inspect the facility for safety and maintenance
· Providing Life Skills Support / Crisis Management and De-escalation to identified residents
· Work with residents who are awake after hours to assess needs and help facilitate requests or conflicts that may occur to keep premises stable and calm
· Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
· Must have CA issued Security Guard Card.
· Experience working with mental health population (preferred)
· High School Diploma or its equivalent
· Strong verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational skills.
Schedule:
· Full Time and Part Time Available
· 3p-11p
· Weekends