Per Diem Behavioral Health Security Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare's Geisinger Behavioral Health Danville facility seeks a Per Diem Security Guard to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring access, conducting rounds, maintaining logs, and assisting during emergencies.

The role requires a High School diploma, 2+ years in security or related fields, a valid state driver's license, CPR and de-escalation training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years’ experience in security, corrections or military.

Responsibilities

• Assist, direct and monitor all persons entering and leaving the facility property.
• Keep accurate log books, as required.
• Direct emergency personnel arriving on facility property and maintain flow of traffic during emergencies.
• Communicate incoming admissions, visits and deliveries to appropriate staff.
• Monitor parking area and lobby; perform sweeps of the facility.
• Interact with staff and patients in a professional manner at all times.
• Report suspicious behavior to leadership.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare's Geisinger Behavioral Health Danville facility seeks a Per Diem Security Guard to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring access, conducting rounds, maintaining logs, and assisting during emergencies.

The role requires a High School diploma, 2+ years in security or related fields, a valid state driver's license, CPR and de-escalation training.