A National Health Service Corp Certified Site for further information visit https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loan-repayment/state-loan-repayment-program/index.htmlJob Description:Legacy Behavioral Health Services is hiring individuals with a passion for making a difference in their community! We are seeking a temporary Safety Office to work in our Behavioral Health Crisis Center in Valdosta, GA. Under the direct supervision of the Safety Manager our Safety Officers are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for consumers, visitors, and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and the people onsite. Preventive patrol or inspectional service is the method employed by Safety Officers to determine that conditions are normal in a given area and to provide a visible deterrent factor. This function takes on greater importance at night by providing a feeling of safety for staff, consumers, and visitors. While on patrol, Safety Officers routinely turn off lights to conserve energy. They also check windows and doors to afford better protection to building occupants and to safeguard unoccupied areas.An especially important function of Safety Officers is their rapid response to security emergencies within the BHCC. Whether for psychiatric or medical reasons, consumers sometimes become violent or threatening and Safety Officers are a critical member of the response team. They will use Mindset techniques when dealing with a consumer during a security crisis.Other responsibilities include assisting visitors with issues in the parking lot, enforcing rules and regulations of the organization when necessary, monitoring weather conditions, and accompanying staff during transport of patients. They may be called upon to assist nursing and clinical staff in day-to-day routine duties or to serve as back-up for the BHCC receptionist. This position also has the possibility of becoming permanent. This position requires:A high school diploma or GED, requiredD Knowledge of law enforcement and security principles and procedures, required.3 years prior experience as a security officer, police officer or correctional officer required, healthcare/hospital security preferred.Valid driver’s license, required.Clear and concise communication skills. Must speak and understand English to perform this job. Ability to speak and understand Spanish would be advantageous in this position.Must have excellent written communication skills.Ability to follow complex instructions.Excellent interpersonal skills; including: listening, verbal communication, conflict resolution and de-escalation.Must have sound judgment and emotional control.Mindset certification or the ability to pass the Mindset course within the first month of employment, required.Knowledge of basic security and fire inspection, the use of fire extinguishers, and fire control measures.Who we are:Legacy Behavioral Health Services provides support within 10 counties in South GA, Ben-Hill, Berrien, Brooks, Cook, Echols, Irwin, Lanier, Lowndes, Tift and Turner County. Legacy Behavioral Health Services believes that through individualized care, quality of care and support, your life could be transformed. Working Conditions:Must be physically and emotionally fit to work in a stress-filled environment to meet deadlines and deal with routine and crisis situations. Hearing and vision acuity is essential in this position in order to surveil effectively. Also, the ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time is imperative. Must have the physical ability to participate in crisis response and utilize CPI techniques.This is a high stress work environment. Most of the job is conducted in a temperature and humidity-controlled environment although Safety Officers must also be able to work outside the building for short periods of time. May have extended periods of sitting, walking, and standing. Requires varying hours of duty to provide monitoring and/or crisis handling, as well as travel to off campus locations. ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION Position opened to: ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS Internal Applicants must be in their current position for 6 months with no disciplinary action unless the position available is within your current department and you have been employed, in your current position, for 1 month without any disciplinary action. Drug-Free and Smoke-Free Workplace/ Equal Opportunity Employer