SECURITY - WEO - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR seeks a Behavioral Health Security Officer to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings.

You will combine security functions with crisis intervention and collaboration with clinical staff to protect patients, staff and visitors. This on-site role requires strong observation, de-escalation skills, emotional regulation, and teamwork, with emphasis on safety in high-stress situations and compliance

Qualifications

• Crisis intervention and de-escalation required.
• Strong observation and communication skills required.
• Emotional regulation and professionalism under pressure.
• Conflict resolution and critical thinking necessary.
• Team collaboration with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to ensure safety of patients, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Observation skills

Communication skills

Emotional regulation

Professionalism under pressure

Conflict resolution

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in Criminology/Psychology/Sociology

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education
  • Required: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, or related field
• Experience
  • Preferred:
    • Experience in one or more of the following: Security or law enforcement
    • Behavioral health or psychiatric settings
    • Corrections, probation, or military service
    • Social services or crisis response
  • Required:
    • Crisis intervention and de-escalation
    • Strong observation and communication skills
    • Emotional regulation and professionalism under pressure
    • Conflict resolution and critical thinking
    • Team collaboration

Physical

• This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  • Normal hospital environment. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Ability to lift up to 150 lbs and assist in patient handling, Carrying up to 50 lbs, Pushing/Pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching. Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations. Exposure to healthcare environments, including biological hazards.

JOB SUMMARY

• The Behavioral Health Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment within behavioral health units and crisis stabilization settings. This role combines traditional security functions with behavioral health support, including crisis intervention, de-escalation, and collaboration with clinical staff to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.