Security Officer - Emery Highway

Job Description

Job DescriptionCompany Overview:
At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Position Overview:
Security officers are tasked with securing the premises and personnel by staying on patrol, monitoring surveillance equipment, performing building inspections, guarding entry points, responding to codes to de-escalate crisis situations, and verifying visitors.

Location/Schedule:

• 175 Emery Highway, Macon, GA.
• Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 12:00pm-8:00pm.
• Wednesday and Friday 9:00am -5:00pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Guards, patrols, and monitor premises to help prevent theft, violence, and infractions of rules.
• Secures and protects facilities in case of fires, natural disasters, or other hazardous events.
• Answer the alarm and investigate disturbances.
• Escorts or motor vehicles to transport individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection.
• Inspects facilities for fire, safety, or environmental hazards.

Qualifications:
Must have a high school diploma/GED equivalent.
Professional security experience of some related nature is preferred.

Competency:

• Proficiency in Security Systems: Ability to operate surveillance equipment and security systems effectively.
• Emergency Response Knowledge: Understanding of emergency response protocols and crisis management procedures.
• Access Control Management: Familiarity with access control systems and procedures for verifying visitors.
• Effective Communication: Excellent communication skills for interacting with colleagues, visitors, and de-escalating confrontational situations.
• Situational Awareness: Strong attention to detail and situational awareness to identify and respond to security threats effectively.

Additional Benefits:

• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• 11 Paid holidays.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.