Behavioral Health Security Specialist

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare seeks a Behavioral Health Security Officer to maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings.

This role blends traditional security functions with behavioral health support, including crisis intervention and collaboration with clinical staff to safeguard patients, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include applying de-escalation techniques, ensuring safety protocols, and coordinating with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation experience preferred.
• Strong observation and communication skills essential.
• Professionalism under pressure and emotional regulation required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure patient, staff, and visitor safety.
• Apply crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Observation & communication

Emotional regulation

Conflict resolution

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, or related field

Job description

St. Bernards Healthcare seeks a Behavioral Health Security Officer to maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings.

This role blends traditional security functions with behavioral health support, including crisis intervention and collaboration with clinical staff to safeguard patients, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include applying de-escalation techniques, ensuring safety protocols, and coordinating with a