Security Officer IV / ERT

Security Officer IV / ERT

Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Emergency Response Technician (ERT) / Crisis Prevention Officer (CPO) who will maintain safety and milieu management of resident population and staff at Western State Hospital. Maintain constant 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 assisting with monitoring and engagement activities with patients. Respond to emergency codes on the units. Ultimate control over the safety of patients on designed unit through efficient and compliant use of TO and approved de-escalation techniques. Assignment will be to one specific unit / units with occasional rotations to other units as needed. Responsible for leading the safety culture and initiatives on the unit. This position is considered essential personnel and would be required to work in the event of an emergency, pandemic, or facility need. All WSH positions are required to work different shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays, and / or overtime as requested. This position is eligible for : - paid time off - retirement with cash match - health, vision, and dental insurance - life insurance

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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

Additional Considerations :

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability.