Security Specialist III (BHDD Public Safety Columbia)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Security Specialist III, who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

Positions are located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health (OMH), Public Safety Division, 7901 Farrow Road, Columbia SC 29203.

Responsibilities for the Security Specialist III:• Assist inpatient and outpatient facilities by responding to calls for service within 15 minutes or less of request to complete contraband searches, respond to fire alarms or emergency calls, emergency codes, or other requests for assistance.

• Assist inpatient facilities in monitoring patients safely and securely during outside appointments. Assist responding LEO when requests for transportation is needed, within 15 minutes or less of request.

• Complete case reports on all incidents (including, but not limited to, patient abuse/neglect; theft; contraband searches; hospital standbys, etc.) within 24 hours.

• Comply with all applicable CALEA Accreditation, regulatory, and contractual regulations.

• Patrol assigned areas to include campus perimeters, parking lots, and surrounding areas to ensure ongoing safety and security of all areas.

• Participates in daily roll call during shift change to receive shift deployment orders.

• Transmits messages and alarms related to safety, security, prevention and protection via radio communication immediately.

• Completes required education and training relevant to the position within the assigned time frame.

• A high school diploma

• Experience in fire prevention, safety or security activities

• Must be at least 21 years of age

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Post hire, employee must have:

• Maintain a high level of communication with districts and facility staff.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work fluctuating hours.

• Effective communication skills

• Have considerable knowledge of state laws, rules, and regulations of the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.

• Complete MANDT/and or MAPS training

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay. 60027485, 60012275, 60030237, 60030232, 60015812