Security Guard (Locked Facility)

Sylmar Health and Rehabilitation Center is a locked psychiatric facility. We are currently seeking a Security Guard for our residential mental health treatment program for men and women. Pay starting at $23.50/hr. (FT)

Full Time: 3pm to 11pm (Tuesday to Saturday)

Part Time: 3pm to 11pm (Saturday to Monday)

Job Summary: Providing high level of customer service by ensuring there is a safe and therapeutic environment for all residents, staff, and visitors. Our Security Guard shall monitor, supervise, and engage with residents through direct and indirect interactions.

Responsibilities:

· Maintains supervision over the general milieu within the units to ensure quality resident care. Ensure the safety of residents and staff on the units

· Maintaining a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment which fosters growth rehabilitation and facilitates the development of self help skills among individuals

· Observe, monitor and report any suspicious behaviors, issues, and or safety threats

· Making presence known and maximized in areas where abundance of residents reside

· Monitor hallways during and after program hours.

· Develop rapport with clients and provide a safe environment for them

· Communicate with treatment teams regarding clients' progress and concerns

· Provide assistance for clients who need support

· Inspect the facility for safety and maintenance

· Providing Life Skills Support / Crisis Management and De-escalation to identified residents

· Work with residents who are awake after hours to assess needs and help facilitate requests or conflicts that may occur to keep premises stable and calm

· Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

· Must have CA issued Security Guard Card.

· Experience working with mental health population (preferred)

· High School Diploma or its equivalent

· Strong verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational skills.

Schedule:

· Full Time and Part Time Available

· 3p-11p

· Weekends