Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Experience REQUIRED:
Previous knowledge of security and/or law enforcement measures and techniques at a level generally acquired during 6 to 12 months of on-the-job training and orientation in such techniques or college curriculum in Administration of Justice
Experience PREFERRED:
One (1) year of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Education/training PREFERRED:
Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field
Independent action(s) required:
De-escalates agitated patients, both individually and as a member of a team.
Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs.
Some Security Officer roles may require valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation.
Age Specific groups served:
Pediatric, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
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