Crisis Prevention Officer; CPO

Title: Crisis Prevention Officer (CPO)

State Role

Title:

Security Officer IV

Hiring Range: $47,767 to $55,000

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

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

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Location:

Western State Hospital 103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.

Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Crisis Prevention Officer (CPO) to maintain safety and milieu management of resident population and staff at Western State Hospital; maintain consistent and positive interaction with patients on the unit; ensure that unit safety is maintained on each unit on each shift and provide therapeutic and physical interventions when needed while also observing and engaging in activities with patients;

respond to emergency codes on the units; and responsible for leading the safety culture and initiatives on the unit.

• Responds in a professional and therapeutic manner to various incidents and emergency as trained
• Conducts walk-throughs as designated by Administration on the units to help provide a safe and secure environment and milieu for patients and staff
• Respond to the scene of any fire, disaster, duress alarm, or any other such emergency and assist as needed
• Conduct searches on the units as required
• Escort residents safely and securely to destinations within facility
• Respond to all Code calls on all forensic units
• Complete documentation as assigned and submit to the supervisor within the timeframe noted by supervisor
• Exhibit dependability in attendance, including promptness in reporting for duty
• Demonstrates good 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, vison, and dental insurance
• Life insurance

• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record and ability to obtain valid Virginia driver's license with 30 days of start date
• 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

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation 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.

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with…