Behavioral Health Security Specialist- NRV

Carilion Wellness; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)

Onsite fitness facilities

Health & wellness app access

Childcare discounts

Continued education and training

Job summary

Carilion Wellness in Christiansburg, VA is seeking a Behavioral Health Security Specialist to provide security services across the Carilion Clinic Health System, including Emergency and inpatient units. The role emphasizes proactive violence prevention, de-escalation training, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure safe, compassionate care.

You will respond to emergencies, assist with crisis situations, and maintain composure under pressure while delivering excellent customer service to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Criminal justice or related field training preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in security or behavioral health; 5 years preferred.
• Certification in de-escalation tactics prior to orientation.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical staff at designated locations under the Carilion Clinic Police and Security Department, including Emergency departments and inpatient units.
• Monitor safety and security of individuals in the assigned area.
• Engage with individuals to establish trust and provide a calm, non-aggressive presence.
• Respond to emergencies or crises and intervene in escalating verbal exchanges.
• Provide physical intervention as needed and appropriate.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and maintain composure with abusive patients or visitors.
• Work to mitigate risks of assault or harm to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Maintain high visibility in assigned areas and de-escalate patients or visitors as part of the care team.
• Support bedside care when needed.

Skills

De-escalation tactics

BLS

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Criminal justice degree training preferred

Job description

Employment Status

Full time

Shift

Any Day, Any Shift (United States of America)

Facility

2900 Lamb Cir - Christiansburg

Requisition Number

R163390 Behavioral Health Security Specialist- NRV (Open)

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare

Behavioral Health Security Officer Provides security services to the Carilion Clinic Health System, its hospitals, Inpatient Psychiatry units, Emergency Medical and Psychiatric Services, ambulatory/outpatient clinics and other designated areas in which visitors and/or patients may be collocated. The Behavioral Health Security Specialist (BHSS) provides proactive violence prevention and training toward fulfilling the basic mission of safe, effective, high quality care amidst emotionally charged situations in which behavioral escalations may occur. Individuals serving in this capacity are non-sworn security personnel with additional training in de-escalation tactics and problem solving. The BHSS is trained to engage escalating patients and/or visitors in verbal and non-verbal communications aimed toward mitigating risks of harm or injury, enhancing safety of patients and staff, and improving customer service.

What We Require

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Degree in criminal justice or related field training preferred.

Experience

Minimum of three (3) years experience in the area of security or behavioral health. Five (5) years of security, public safety or law enforcement preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration

Achieves or presents certification in system required de-escalation tactics prior to completion of orientation.

Life Support

BLS required

Other Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrates capability for problem solving decision making, sound judgment, appropriate assertiveness. Adaptable, open to change and able to work effective in ambiguous situations. Ability to work well under pressure with ease and composure essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting clinical staff at designated locations under the Carilion Clinic Police and Security Department, which includes Adult and Pediatric Emergency departments, inpatient and ambulatory units and other designated areas.
• Monitors the safety and security of individuals within the assigned unit or area of supervision.
• Interacts with individuals in designated areas of supervision with the goal of establishing trust, integrating in the milieu as a member of the healthcare team, providing a calm, non-aggressive presence.
• Responds to emergency or crisis situations and: may intervene in escalating verbal exchanges.
• Provide physical intervention as needed and appropriate.
• Demonstrates sound judgment.
• Maintains composure when dealing with physically or verbally abusive patients or visitors.
• Works assertively to mitigate risks of assault or harm to patients, visitors and staff.
• Maintains a high degree of visibility in the assigned areas.
• Embodies and demonstrates appropriate techniques as learned in de-escalation training. Effectively de-escalates patients, visitors or other individuals as a member of the care team. Prevents potentially violent situations.
• May assist members of the care team in delivering effective bedside care using appropriate techniques.
• Consistently deliver the best in customer service and patient care. As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors, and other employees.
• Champion Carilion's mission, vision, and values; comply with the policies and procedures, ethical standards and code of conduct set forth by the company.
• Reporting directly to the Chief of Police and Security, the Behavioral Health Security Specialist will maintain and foster productive and effective relationships with clinical care teams in the areas served.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable and culturally sensitive care to patients of all ages served in the assigned units.

Compensation Range

$18.70 - $26.18 Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Benefits, Pay and Well-beingat Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Disounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.