Lead Forensic Security Officer at High-Security Facility

DelDOT; New Castle, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) seeks a Security Officer Supervisor at Delaware Psychiatric Center (DPC) to oversee security personnel and maintain safety for 42 clients and 80 staff. The role operates in a 24-hour, three-shift facility with formal supervision responsibilities and liaison with clinical staff.

Experience in security within psychiatric settings, criminal background check, and a valid driver license are required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in maintaining the security and safety of individuals and facilities.
• One year of experience interpreting and applying laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to protection of health, safety, welfare or rights of clients in psychiatric settings.
• Coursework, training and/or experience in staff supervision, including potential lead worker duties.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or canceled).

Responsibilities

• Maintains control of persons and property in compliance with safety, security and order policies.
• Monitors safety of state property and staff/visitors by controlling ingress/egress at secure access points.
• Responds to internal emergencies, relays information to authorities, and monitors alarms.
• Operates intercoms and CCTV to verify access and grant sectoral access from the control center.
• Observes client behavior, de-escalates potentially violent situations and assists in detaining trespassers when needed.

Skills

Security procedures

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Team supervision

Job description

Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) seeks a Security Officer Supervisor at Delaware Psychiatric Center (DPC) to oversee security personnel and maintain safety for 42 clients and 80 staff. The role operates in a 24-hour, three-shift facility with formal supervision responsibilities and liaison with clinical staff.

Experience in security within psychiatric settings, criminal background check, and a valid driver license are required.