Security Officer - Behavioral Health Campus (Day/Night)

Lewis & Clark Behavioral Health Services; Yankton (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement match

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Dental & vision

Job summary

Lewis & Clark Behavioral Health Services in Yankton, SD is seeking a part-time Security Officer to safeguard staff and clients at the CORE Center. You will patrol facilities, monitor safety systems, respond to emergencies, and assist with de‑escalation while maintaining a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring security, conducting safety checks, documenting incidents, and coordinating with law enforcement when needed.

Qualifications

• Six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate workflow with other team members to ensure safety of agency personnel and persons served.
• Patrol agency buildings and premises to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and intruders; report safety hazards or security violations.
• Respond to emergency codes and security requests (staff assists, security alerts, fire alarms).
• Monitor conduct of visitors; confront unauthorized persons for questioning as needed.
• Escort agency personnel and persons served to parking lots and buildings.
• Provide a welcoming environment for agency personnel and persons served.
• Perform breathalyzer checks and obtain vitals for patients when indicated.
• Monitor patients for safety via routine checks and video monitoring.
• Maintain therapeutic posture; assist in de‑escalation and conflict resolution.
• Provide restraints for patients with behavioral safety concerns as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality; log activities and secure property and contraband.
• Serve as liaison to law enforcement; participate in investigations as needed.
• Assist with training new staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Cultural sensitivity

Ability to follow directions

Job description

Lewis & Clark Behavioral Health Services in Yankton, SD is seeking a part-time Security Officer to safeguard staff and clients at the CORE Center. You will patrol facilities, monitor safety systems, respond to emergencies, and assist with de‑escalation while maintaining a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include ensuring security, conducting safety checks, documenting incidents, and coordinating with law enforcement when needed.