Security Guard - Hillsville Nightshift

Overview

​Come join our team as a Security Guard, at Life Center of Galax! We are looking for individuals who are passionate about behavioral health. If you are interested in growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry and making a difference in the lives of people in our community, this position is right for you!​

PURPOSE STATEMENT: 

​Responsible for monitoring all persons and/or vehicles entering or leaving facility property.  

We offer a full suite of benefits ranging from:

Hourly rate is negotiable depending on years of experience, education, and other factors. The general hourly pay range for this role is $14-$17.87.

This role does offer a shift differential of $2/hour for hours worked at night and $3/hour on weekends.

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Time Off

· HSA & FSA

· Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D

· Disability

· 401(k) Retirement Plan - with company match

· Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program

Responsibilities

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. 

 

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Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: 

• ​High School diploma or equivalent required.  
• ​Two or more years’ experience in security, corrections or military. 

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​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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​ADDITIONAL REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS: 

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​While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances  (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. 

 

 

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

 

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