Security Officer - Part Time

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Western State Hospital in Staunton, VA is seeking a part-time Security Officer III to help maintain a safe and secure environment for patients and staff. This on-site role supports the Public Safety Department at WSH.

Responsibilities include serving as a bailiff for hearings, assisting staff with patients, conducting walkthroughs, screening visitors with metal detectors, and transporting patients as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain Virginia driver’s license within 30 days.
• Experience in law enforcement, public safety, or related roles.
• High school graduate (or equivalent).
• Bilingual or veteran status encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Serve as bailiff for judicial hearings at WSH.
• Assist unit staff with patients as needed.
• Conduct walkthroughs of units and grounds to ensure safety.
• Check in and screen visitors and patients using metal detectors and wand.
• Transport combative or high-risk patients to facilities, hearings, or appointments.
• Investigate incidents and compile detailed reports.

Skills

Law Enforcement

Public Safety

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Title: Security Officer - Part Time

State Role Title: Security Officer III

Hiring Range: $23.05/HR

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Location: Western State Hospital 103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Who We Are

Western State Hospital (WSH), part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

Position Overview

Western State Hospital is seeking a Security Officer part time to maintain adequate coverage in order for the Public Safety Department to fulfill its mission statement at Western State Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a bailiff for the judicial hearings at WSH and taking patient transports
• Respond and assist unit staff with patients as requested at WSH
• Conducts walkthroughs as designated by Administration on the units and grounds of WSH and to help provide a safe and secure environment and milieu for patients and staff
• Check in and scan all visitors in the front lobby as well as patients that may be returning via the front lobby by use of the walk-through metal detector and hand wand
• Transport combative, dangerous, public safety patients to/from other state facilities, court hearings, and appointments
• Investigate and compile detailed information pertaining to writing a special report from start to finish
• Patrol hospital property, monitor parking, traffic, and conduct vehicle accident investigations as deemed necessary by management

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record and ability to obtain valid Virginia driver's license with 30 days of start date
• Experience in Law Enforcement, Public Safety, or related fields and positions meeting and dealing with the general public as a supplier of services

Additional Considerations

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Bilingual
• Veteran or veteran spouse

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Background Investigation

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference

DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide your AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.