Security Guard - Behavioral Health - Full Time

IRMC; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

IRMC in Indiana, PA is seeking a Security Guard for the Behavioral Health unit. This full-time, on-site role requires you to monitor grounds, perform checks, control access, and support patient safety during interventions while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, security experience, and BLS certification or obtain within 1 month of hire; PA driver’s license is required. CPI training opportunities provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous safety/security experience preferred.
• Valid PA driver’s license is required.
• BLS certification or obtain within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor behavioral health grounds and interior spaces to ensure a safe environment.
• Perform regular security checks, patrols, and surveillance via systems or rounds.
• Check patient belongings before entrance and document thoroughly.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies involving patients, staff, or visitors.
• Assist in de-escalating volatile situations using CPI or equivalent techniques.
• Monitor and control access to the facility, ensuring only authorized individuals enter secure areas.
• Maintain accurate and detailed incident reports, logs, and shift summaries.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to support patient safety during interventions or transfers.
• Escort patients, visitors, or personnel as necessary.
• Uphold confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times.
• Report hazards, security breaches, or maintenance issues promptly.
• Attend required safety and behavioral health training sessions, including CPI or equivalent.

Skills

Security experience

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Security Guard - Behavioral Health - Full Time

Job Category: Patient Services

Requisition Number: SECUR002927

Locations

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Indiana, PA 15701, USA

Description

In this role you will be:

• Monitor behavioral health grounds and interior spaces to ensure a safe and secure environment.


• Perform regular security checks, patrols, and surveillance via security systems or physical rounds.


• Check all patient belongings before entrance and document thoroughly.


• Respond promptly to incidents, disturbances, or emergencies involving patients, staff, or visitors.


• Assist in de-escalating volatile situations using approved crisis intervention techniques.


• Monitor and control access to the facility, ensuring only authorized individuals enter secure areas.


• Maintain accurate and detailed incident reports, logs, and shift summaries.


• Collaborate with clinical staff to support patient safety needs during interventions or transfers.


• Escort patients, visitors, or personnel as necessary.


• Uphold confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times.


• Report hazards, security breaches, or maintenance issues promptly.


• Attend required safety and behavioral health training sessions, including CPI or equivalent.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• EDUCATION: High school graduate or GED equivalent


• EXPERIENCE: Previous safety/security experience preferred


• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
  
  
  
  • Valid PA driver’s license
  
  
  • BLS required or obtained within 1 month of hire
  
  
  
  

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