Behavioral Health Security Specialist | De-Escalation Focus

Baptist Healthcare; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Little Rock is seeking a Behavioral Health Security Officer to provide safety for patients, staff, and visitors. The role works daytime hours (6a-6p) and supports a secure hospital environment through de-escalation and protective interventions.

You will collaborate with licensed nursing staff, perform 1:1 observations, conduct room safety checks, inventory belongings, and assist with restraints as trained.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Must be able to complete the prescribed de-escalation training provided by Baptist Health to include all physical check offs of required training.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new healthcare related skills.
• Ability to collaborate with the health care team effectively and do so consistently.
• Ability to engage people at the appropriate level for their wellness and cognition.
• Ability to problem-solve.
• BLS, skills training, and de-escalating training.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 observation
• Inventory of patient belongings
• Assistance in applying restraints
• Checking rooms and patients for contraband
• Searching new admissions
• Dressing them out
• Reporting any change in patient's condition

Skills

De-escalation training

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Baptist Health in Little Rock is seeking a Behavioral Health Security Officer to provide safety for patients, staff, and visitors. The role works daytime hours (6a-6p) and supports a secure hospital environment through de-escalation and protective interventions.

You will collaborate with licensed nursing staff, perform 1:1 observations, conduct room safety checks, inventory belongings, and assist with restraints as trained.