Evenings: Behavioral Health Security Specialist

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Behavioral Health Security Specialist for the Evenings shift to support Inpatient Psychiatry Units and the Virginia Treatment Center for Children. This non-sworn role focuses on courteous staff, visitors, and patient safety, enforcing hospital rules, and promoting a secure, respectful environment.

You will de-escalate agitated individuals, assess the environment, and collaborate with a team to prevent violence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's Degree preferred.
• Training or certification in conflict resolution, de-escalation and/or violence prevention.

Responsibilities

• De-escalates agitated patients, individually or as part of a team.
• Evaluates the physical environment and develops patient management strategies.
• Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.
• Enforces rules and regulations of VCUHS and promotes a safe healthcare environment.

Skills

De-escalation

Violence prevention

Public safety

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree (preferred) in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Behavioral Health Security Specialist for the Evenings shift to support Inpatient Psychiatry Units and the Virginia Treatment Center for Children. This non-sworn role focuses on courteous staff, visitors, and patient safety, enforcing hospital rules, and promoting a secure, respectful environment.

You will de-escalate agitated individuals, assess the environment, and collaborate with a team to prevent violence.