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Security Guard

Hands of Healing
Harlingen, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026

JOB SUMMARY

Hands Of Healing’s Security Guards will be responsible for providing twenty-four (24) monitoring seven (7) days a week (to include holidays). SGs are scheduled to provide twenty-four (24) hour surveillance of the program grounds, to include monitoring the perimeter of the program grounds and ensure unauthorized individuals are not permitted access into the premises. SG are responsible for controlling facility access, always guarding the property.

This position relays any concern that might represent a danger to clients, staff, property and vehicles to the Program Director or Designee. They are also required to provide support when investigations are being conducted, when called upon to do so.

Essential Functions:

  • Responsible for verifying the identification of all individuals prior to having access to the program.
  • Require all HOH employees to present their HOH issued ID prior to entering the program.
  • Announces all visitors and confirm approval, with HOH Administration or Designees, to enter the facility.
  • Keeps record of clients leaving the premises by recording the date, time, transporting staff, vehicle number, destination, and client/staff ratio within the vehicle.
  • Keeps record of all vendors, service providers, attorneys, ICE and Border Patrol. Keeps a log record.
  • Keeps record of all fire safety equipment including fire extinguishers, evacuation routes and assists with fire drills.
  • Monitors staff conduct, possession of contraband and property control.
  • Conducts perimeter checks several times during the shift.
  • Able to react professionally and productively to change and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must be computer literate and possess basic computer skills, such as data entry and usage of Microsoft Office.
  • Must be able to take concise notes and able to clearly convey accurate descriptions of things that occur.
  • Must be able to maintain a flexible work schedule.
  • Cleared Tuberculosis test results.
  • Cleared background check from appropriate entity.
  • Cleared pre-employment and random drug test results.
  • Able to follow technical instructions.
  • Able to use and provide proper care of the surveillance system.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
  • Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to obtain and perform Emergency Behavior Intervention Training (EBI)/Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification and First Aid Certification (CPR

Must be able to monitor facility indoors and outdoors by standing for long periods of time and for extended periods of time. Bending, stooping and lifting up to 20 lbs required to complete daily tasks.

Work Environment:

Work is at youth care facility at which minors receive multiple services. Work shifts are subject to change to meet the needs of the program. Predominantly outdoors, occasional indoor monitoring.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Hands Of Healing to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

NO PHONE CALLS - PLEASE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16

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