Crisis Prevention Officer; CPO

Overview

Title: Crisis Prevention Officer (CPO)

State Role

Title:

Security Officer IV

Hiring Range: Salary up to $62,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Western State Hospital is seeking a full-time Crisis Prevention Officer (CPO) to maintain safety and milieu management of the resident population and staff at Western State Hospital; maintain consistent and positive interaction with patients on the unit; ensure unit safety on each shift; provide therapeutic and physical interventions when needed; observe and engage in activities with patients; respond to emergency codes on the units;

and lead the safety culture and initiatives on the unit.

• Responds in a professional and therapeutic manner to incidents and emergencies as trained
• Conducts unit walk-throughs to maintain a safe and secure environment and milieu for patients and staff
• Responds to fire, disaster, duress alarms, or other emergencies and provides assistance as needed
• Conducts searches on the units as required
• Escort residents safely and securely to destinations within the facility
• Responds to all Code calls on forensic units
• Completes documentation as assigned and submits to the supervisor within the required timeframe
• Demonstrates reliability in attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates effective negotiation skills in de-escalating problematic patient behaviors

• Retirement with cash match
• Paid time off, sick time, family/personal time, and community service time
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance

• Valid Virginia Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
• Experience in law enforcement, corrections, psychology, or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree in Criminal Justice
• Bilingual
• Veteran or veteran spouse

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Applications and résumés are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. Interview decisions will be based on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please clearly detail all relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about qualifications.

Background Investigation:
All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or related medical conditions. There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at  during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Name:
Samantha Leep

Phone:

Email: samantha.leepginia.gov

Applicants who may be eligible for the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process should discuss AHP with DARS/DBVI. If applicable, provide the required documentation as part of the application process.