Security Officer

Join PrairieCare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At PrairieCare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won't just find a job-you'll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at PrairieCare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

**As needed staff - Required to work 32 hours per month **

A PrairieCare Security Officer is responsible for the day to day activities of ensuring a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff. Security Officers work as a member of a unified team that provides a safe and secure environment by working collaboratively with all sites, departments, and agencies.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Creates a positive environment with quality customer service
• Responds to Emergency Codes
• Assists with Emergency Code Drills
• Uses security technology to control access and monitor the facility
• Screens visitors, patients and patient belongings
• Conducts patrols and escorts visitors and staff
• Investigates incidents and completes appropriate reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs other various duties as assigned or requested

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Associates or Bachelors in a safety or security related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1-year experience in security, law enforcement, military or related field
• Preferred knowledge of Joint Commission Environment of Care standards and quality of care
• Great Customer Service Skills
• Trustworthy and Honest
• Ability to use sound judgment and decision-making skills in crisis situations and implementing emergency response procedures
• Ability to maintain self-control in volatile or hostile situations
• Ability to make effective decisions while in stressful situations and circumstances
• Able to work alone and with minimal supervision

Pay range for this position is $18.00 to $23 depending on education and experience.

PrairieCare is a psychiatric healthcare system experiencing rapid growth in the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota. With multiple sites across the metro, including locations in Rochester and Mankato, PrairieCare has quickly grown to become one of Minnesota's largest providers of mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families.

PrairieCare does not discriminate against any person based on race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admissions, treatment, or participation in its programs, services, activities, or employment. PrairieCare is an Affirmative Action Employer/Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Veterans, Disabled, and other protected individuals and is committed to a diverse workforce.

PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email hr@prairie-care.com for assistance.

Offers of employment from PrairieCare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background studies.