Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
Behavioral Health Security Specialist - Security - Night and Evening shifts
Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Position Overview
The Behavioral Health Security Specialist provides security services to Inpatient Psychiatry Units or the Virginia Treatment Center for Children (VTCC) by courteously assisting staff, visitors, and patients; enforcing rules and regulations of VCUHS; projecting a positive image; and promoting a safe healthcare environment. This role is a non‑sworn security position.
Responsibilities
De‑escalates agitated patients, individually and as part of a team.
Evaluates the physical environment and develops patient management strategies.
Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.
Provides proactive violence prevention and training to fulfill the mission of the units.
Qualifications
Experience Required:
Minimum of three (3) years of security, public safety, or law‑enforcement work experience.
Experience Preferred:
Five (5) years of security, public safety, or law‑enforcement work experience.
Education Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Education Preferred:
Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
Training or Certification:
Conflict resolution, de‑escalation, and/or violence prevention.
Licensure & Certification Valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record (if duties require operating a vehicle).
Additional Requirements Ability to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs.
Physical & Mental Requirements Lifting 20‑50 lbs. Prolonged standing, sitting, bending, walking, climbing. Strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, clear speaking, legible writing, logical thinking. Fast pace environment, frequent change, multiple priorities.
EEO statement: Equal Employment Opportunity, Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, 41 CFR 60‑1.4.
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Responsibilities
De‑escalates agitated patients, individually and as part of a team.
Evaluates the physical environment and develops patient management strategies.
Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.
Provides proactive violence prevention and training to fulfill the mission of the units.
Qualifications
Experience Required:
Minimum of three (3) years of security, public safety, or law‑enforcement work experience.
Experience Preferred:
Five (5) years of security, public safety, or law‑enforcement work experience.
Education Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Education Preferred:
Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
Training or Certification:
Conflict resolution, de‑escalation, and/or violence prevention.
Licensure & Certification Valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record (if duties require operating a vehicle).
Additional Requirements Ability to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs.
Physical & Mental Requirements Lifting 20‑50 lbs. Prolonged standing, sitting, bending, walking, climbing. Strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, clear speaking, legible writing, logical thinking. Fast pace environment, frequent change, multiple priorities.
EEO statement: Equal Employment Opportunity, Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities, 41 CFR 60‑1.4.
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