Full-Time Security Guard - (3pm-11:30pm)
Company
Acadia
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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via Acadia Healthcare
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Job Description
Belmont Behavioral Hospital is a premiere provider of comprehensive treatment for mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Having been in operation for over 75 years as one of the most prominent providers of behavioral healthcare treatment services, Belmont is proud to offer high quality and specialized programming options for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults who are suffering from psychiatric concerns and chemical dependency.
Belmont currently has openings for full-time Security Guards for its 3pm - 11:30pm shift. The Security Guard will be responsible for monitoring all persons and/or vehicles entering or leaving facility property.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assist, direct and monitor all persons entering and leaving the facility property.
• Keep accurate log books, as required.
• Direct emergency personnel arriving on facility property and maintain flow of traffic during emergencies, such as fire drills.
• Communicate incoming admissions, visits and deliveries to appropriate staff.
• Monitor parking area to ensure that no loitering or misconduct takes place, monitor lobby area and do frequent sweeps of the entire facility.
• Interact with staff and patients in a professional manner at all times.
• Report any suspicious behavior to the CEO, supervisor or a member of leadership.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years’ experience in security, corrections or military.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
• Valid state driver's license.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.
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Belmont currently has openings for full-time Security Guards for its 3pm - 11:30pm shift. The Security Guard will be responsible for monitoring all persons and/or vehicles entering or leaving facility property.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Assist, direct and monitor all persons entering and leaving the facility property.
• Keep accurate log books, as required.
• Direct emergency personnel arriving on facility property and maintain flow of traffic during emergencies, such as fire drills.
• Communicate incoming admissions, visits and deliveries to appropriate staff.
• Monitor parking area to ensure that no loitering or misconduct takes place, monitor lobby area and do frequent sweeps of the entire facility.
• Interact with staff and patients in a professional manner at all times.
• Report any suspicious behavior to the CEO, supervisor or a member of leadership.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years’ experience in security, corrections or military.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
• Valid state driver's license.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.
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