Behavioral Health Facility Security Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont Behavioral Health System is seeking a Security Guard to monitor all persons and vehicles entering and leaving the facility property in Philadelphia. The role emphasizes professional interaction, incident reporting, and coordination with staff during admissions and emergencies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years in security, corrections, or military. CPR and de-escalation training are required or provided by the facility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years’ experience in security, corrections or military.

Responsibilities

• Assist, direct and monitor all persons entering and leaving the facility property.
• Keep accurate log books, as required.
• Direct emergency personnel arriving on facility property and maintain flow of traffic during emergencies, such as fire drills.
• Communicate incoming admissions, visits and deliveries to appropriate staff.
• Monitor parking area to ensure that no loitering or misconduct takes place, monitor lobby area and do frequent sweeps of the entire facility.
• Interact with staff and patients in a professional manner at all times.
• Report any suspicious behavior to the CEO, supervisor or a member of leadership.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Belmont Behavioral Health System is seeking a Security Guard to monitor all persons and vehicles entering and leaving the facility property in Philadelphia. The role emphasizes professional interaction, incident reporting, and coordination with staff during admissions and emergencies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 2+ years in security, corrections, or military. CPR and de-escalation training are required or provided by the facility.