PT Day Crisis Care Center Security Guard (EOW)
JEFFERSON BLOUNT ST CLAIR MENTAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
Summary
The Crisis Care Center is designed to provide crisis stabilization to individuals experiencing a behavioral health and/or substance use crisis and reduce pressure on law enforcement and local emergency departments. Once the crisis has been resolved and the individual has been stabilized, they will be linked with a community mental health provider for on-going services. The individual hired for this position will be responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and clients at the Crisis Care Center.
Job description
Primary Job Functions
- Responsible for securing the premises and personnel through patrolling the facility, monitoring surveillance equipment, performing safety inspections and safety searches throughout the building when directed by management and or provider.
- Responsible for checking in and searching all new admissions for safety including all patient belongings and documenting as required per policy.
- Responsible for intervening and managing crisis situations as needed through utilizing Therapeutic Options techniques.
- Document and report any negative or suspicious activity, along with equipment or property damage, illegal activities, and unauthorized individuals to appropriate authorities always.
- Sounds alarms as needed and responds to all emergencies as authorized by policies and procedures.
- Controls flow of traffic by directing clients, law enforcement and ambulance to appropriate points of entry and designated areas to be treated.
- Monitors and observes milieu, triage, and patient care areas to maintain safety and minimize disturbances.
- Perform hourly safety checks of hallways, stairwells, restrooms, grounds and other public as well as other unsupervised places at the facility.
- Inspects all locks, windows, doors, and gates for unauthorized use and tampering.
- Complete all required documentation daily and as needed per policy.
- Other duties and tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or GED
- Valid Alabama drivers license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- General knowledge of maintaining a secure location
- Trained in or willing to be trained in crisis intervention, specifically Therapeutic Options
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to function under limited supervision
- Ability to implement and monitor policies, procedures, and program objectives
- Demonstrable communication skills - both written and oral
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to easily adjust to changing demands and priorities with composure and professionalism
- Ability to work cooperatively within the Crisis Care Center staff and with other JBS programs and agencies
- Demonstrable organizational/time management
- Ability to function during emergency and crisis situations while maintaining composure
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED
- Valid Alabama drivers license
- Trained in or willing to be trained in crisis intervention, specifically Therapeutic Options
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to function under limited supervision
- Ability to implement and monitor policies, procedures, and program objectives
- Demonstrable communication skills - both written and oral
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrable organizational/time management
- Ability to function during emergency and crisis situations while maintaining composure
Company overview
The Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority is a regional government agency responsible for coordinating and providing comprehensive mental health services across Jefferson, Blount, and St. Clair counties in Alabama. As a public mental health authority, it operates under state regulations to ensure accessible mental health care for residents in its service area. The organization typically oversees a range of services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, substance abuse treatment, case management, and community-based support programs. These authorities play a crucial role in bridging the gap between state mental health policies and local community needs, often working with various healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create integrated care systems. The authority focuses on serving vulnerable populations, including individuals with serious mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders, while also providing prevention and early intervention services to promote community mental wellness.