Healthcare Security Officer

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health coverage

Paid CEU opportunities

Career growth programs

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Long Beach, CA is hiring a Mental Health Security Guard for the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center. The role focuses on maintaining a safe environment, screening visitors, controlling access, and monitors surveillance equipment to support quality client care.

The position offers weekend shifts (Sat & Sun 7 AM - 7:30 PM), competitive hourly pay of 18.50–19.00 USD, employer‑paid health coverage, and opportunities for paid CEU training and professional growth

Qualifications

• Must have either a High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year experience or a BA degree in a related mental health field.
• Active Security Guard Registration with California BSIS or ability to register within 90 days of employment.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid California Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment for clients, visitors, staff and physicians.
• Screen incoming clients/visitors for contraband and monitor client property.
• Control access to the center and respond to emergencies.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and participate in daily milieu safety.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BA degree in related field

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change!

Join a team where your work truly matters. We’re proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title:

Mental Health Security Guard

Division/Program:

Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center

Starting Compensation:

18.50 -19.00 USD Per Hour

Working Location:

Long Beach, CA

Working Hours/Shift:

Sat & Sun: 7 AM - 7:30 PM

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.

Comprehensive Benefits Package :

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.

Professional Growth Opportunities :

• On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).

Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

Education & Experience (Must meet one of the following):

• High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience required OR BA degree in a related mental health field

Note: Relevant experience is defined as working with severely emotionally disturbed (SED) children and/or adults in an inpatient, outpatient, or hospital setting, or any environment where safety and security were the primary focus.

Certifications & Licensure:

• Active Security Guard Registration with the California BSIS, OR the ability and commitment to successfully register within 90 days of employment.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company eligibility policies.

How you will make a difference (Job Overview):

The Safety Specialist is responsible for providing a high level of customer service through maintaining a safe environment for all clients, visitors, staff and physicians. This care is provided through direct and indirect physical and verbal interactions with clients, modeling appropriate behaviors for clients, and monitoring daily client activities. She/he screens incoming clients/visitors for contraband and inventories all client property as well as monitoring surveillance equipment. The Safety Specialist controls access to the center, answers/directs incoming clients, conducts physical security checks of the center grounds, and responds to fires and/or emergencies at the center. Maintains vigilance over the general milieu within the facility to facilitate quality client care, optimum facility operations and preserve the safety of all therein.

Division & Program Overview:

• Facility & Setting: 24/7 walk-in outpatient urgent care
• Clinical Services Rapid mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, and medication support
• Length of Stay: Short-term stabilization (up to 24 hours)
• Population Served: Serves up to 12 adults (18 + ) and 6 adolescents (ages 13-17)

Learn more about SBHG at : https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

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