Security Guard (Locked Facility) Full Time

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 $22/hr. (FT) Full Time 3-11pm Tuesday -Saturday 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