Security Technician, AM (Daphne) Job Locations US-AL-Daphne Posted Date 1 day ago(10/10/2024 10:45 AM) Job ID 2024-23299 # of Openings 1 AltaPointe Site EastPointe Hospital Category Entry Level, Behavioral Position Type Full Time Shift/Hours 7:00AM - 7:00PM working on a rotation including every other weekend Overview

EastPointe Hospital is a private, free-standing psychiatric hospital for adults located in Daphne, Ala. EastPointe’s clinical and medical professionals assess and evaluate adults in psychiatric crisis. Treatment focuses on stabilizing psychiatric symptoms and preventing psychiatric commitment. Adults admitted to EastPointe will have exhibited life-threatening, destructive or disabling behavior or symptoms. Each patient completes a psychiatric diagnostic evaluation and receives 24-hour clinical care for an estimated three-to-seven-day stay. The goal is for each patient to return to home or to the least restrictive level of care.

Responsibilities

Security Technicians respond to crisis situations in the inpatient and residential settings, and implement proper Mindset interventions which may include the application of seclusion and restraints. Security technicians are responsible for the safety and security of all consumers, staff and visitors to the hospital or group homes.  They conduct perimeter checks both inside and outside the facilities as well as provide visitor control.  In addition they conduct searches as directed and monitor for contraband.

 

Essential Functions

Responds to crisis situations throughout facility and implements proper MindSet interventionsDemonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situationApplies seclusion and restraint per AltaPointe Policy and ProcedureConducts consumer and room searches for contraband items per AltaPointe Policy and ProcedureConducts Environmental Rounds on a daily basis and documents accordinglyProvides monitoring and interaction with consumersPrepares end of shift (EOS) reportPerforms hand-off communication at shift changeEffectively collaborates with the treatment team membersActively participates in Security team meetings for performance improvement purposesProvides staff training to staff on crisis intervention as neededModels appropriate behavior including but not limited to communication skills, grooming, manners, etc.Effectively demonstrates the application of adult specific competenciesRoutinely monitors camerasMaintains a presence within building and on unitsInquires as to reason of visit when/if visitors appear to be “hanging around”Conducts routine walk through of units, outside and parking lotsEffectively uses wands and walkie talkies along with charging them when not in useCheck out van and black bag, verify driver’s license, check vehicle and charge cellsProvides backup support to front deskNotifies management of issues that surfaceProvides back up support during visitationsProvides security during legal proceedingsAssist with on boarding new employeesSeeks supervision and consultation as neededAccepts and employs suggestions for improvementActively works to enhance skillsTreats consumers with care, dignity and compassionManages physically aggressive consumers in a manner which protects individual dignity, respect, and self-esteemRespects consumers’ privacy and confidentialityIs pleasant and cooperative with othersAssists consumers and visitors as neededPersonal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for othersIs sensitive to the consumers’ needs, expectations, and individual differencesIs gentle and calm with consumers and familiesActively participates in Performance Improvement activitiesActively participates in AltaPointe committees as requiredCompletes assigned tasks in a timely mannerFollows AltaPointe policies and proceduresAttends appropriate in-services training and other workshops

Physical Requirements

Responsible for physical holds/restraints based upon direction of code leaderFrequent standing, walking and runningFrequent forward bending from the hips while kneeling to reach to the sideFrequent squat/lunge from a standing positionStrong grasp is needed to maintain constant contact with a consumer during a restraint procedure or with other hold techniques.Maintaining back extension while in prone position (stomach toward floor) with one’s own body weight on forearms, thighs, knees to feet. The position is maintained from 30 seconds to extended time up to 1 hour or longer.  This physical demand is frequent by nature.Ability to put one’s own body weight on one knee and one elbow on the same side of one’s body.  The position can last from 15 seconds or longer.  This physical demand is frequent by nature.Ability to kneel and reach to same side of body with both hands on the floor.  This position is maintained for 30 seconds or longer.  This physical demand is frequent by nature.This position requires a strong coreThis position requires upper body strength like that required to do push-ups.Have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist and horizontally.Any of the above listed physical demands could take place inside or outside the facility. Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

And must be able to pass a physical agility test that includes running, push-ups, sit ups, etc.  Details are available upon request.