Security Officer

16700BR

FTE: 0.9

Shift: Day/PM shift, every other weekend and holiday rotation.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Hours Per Week: 36

Weekends: Some

Benefit Eligible

The Child/Adolescent Psychiatry Security Officer works under the direction of the Child/Adolescent Psychiatry Nurse Manager to ensure the safety of patients, families, visitors, and staff persons at the free-standing facility. Safety is ensured through systematic monitoring of the facility and grounds and through interactions with individuals within the facility, many of whom have increased levels of anxiety contributing to behavior that may be intractable. Interactions involving physical holds occur under the direction of the nurse and utilize the principles of Care, Welfare, Safety and Security as taught in Crisis Prevention Institute’s Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Program. The Security Officer also provides reception services, and administrative support as needed.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. UnityPoint Health - Meriter and UW Health work closely together to deliver exceptional healthcare services to our community.

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED/HSED)

• Six (6) months of security or public safety experience

• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License

• Completion of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, CPR, and Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT) certification within three months of hire

• Basic understanding of Wisconsin Criminal Law and Civil Law including but not limited to theft, burglary, trespassing, and civil liability

• Understanding of proper use of force within a child/adolescent mental health treatment facility

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

• Strong computer skills

• Ability to interact with children and adolescents

Preferred Qualifications:

• 60 college credits or an Associate Degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, or related field

• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification

• CPR Certification

• Defense and Arrest Tactics (DAAT)

• Experience working with children, adolescents, and their families

• Experience in a mental health care setting

• Understanding of child development

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