3rd shift Security Officer; Wage-Part​/Time

Title: 3rd shift Security Officer (Wage-Part/Time)

State Role

Title:

W69113

Hiring Range: $23.05/hour

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Southern Va Mental Health Inst

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Security Services Department is responsible for identifying hazards/risks to the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute (SVMHI) and for developing, implementing, and monitoring programs needed to eliminate, correct, or minimize those hazards and risks. The department oversees day‑to‑day operations that protect patients, visitors, and staff.

• Monitor entrances to the facility and facility grounds (interior and exterior) to ensure compliance with SVMHI and DBHDS policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment, minimizing contraband entry and patient elopement risks.
• Serve as a DI‑201 facility investigator to conduct unbiased investigations of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of clients when assigned by the Facility Director.

Shift

Schedule:

Four 7‑hour shifts:
Saturday – Sunday 7:00 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.;
Monday – Tuesday 12:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m., or as scheduled by the security supervisor.

• Possess a valid driver’s license without any court‑ordered restrictions, active throughout employment.
• Possess a valid Virginia security guard license or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment, active throughout employment.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently using resourcefulness, sound judgment, integrity, and tact.
• Ability to react appropriately in routine and emergency situations to deal effectively with patients, visitors, staff, law enforcement officials, and the general public.
• Ability to read and write detailed reports with correct grammar.
• Physical ability to perform walking rounds and to intervene, restrain, or transport physically aggressive or combative patients.
• Ability to work with patients with psychiatric disabilities.
• Ability to complete facility‑sponsored TOVA (behavior management program) training.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, explaining policies and procedures to visitors or staff.
• Must be able to render credible testimony in a court of law.
• Ability to work in a secure and locked environment with individuals who are experiencing acute symptoms of mental illness and/or additional forensic/legal involvement.

• Experience as a Security Officer in a psychiatric healthcare facility, acute care, long‑term or correctional setting.
• Training/prior experience in Police Science, Security, Law Enforcement, Corrections, or related field.
• Veterans and people with National Service.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

DBHDS is an equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with national service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

SVMHI uses Form I‑9 and E‑Verify in the verification of eligibility for employment.

SVMHI is a smoke and vape‑free facility in all buildings and outside facility grounds.

Name:
Human Resources
Phone: 434‑421‑3060
Email: svmhihrginia.gov