Security Officer II (Gulfport, MS) 10p-6:30a shift Position Available In Harrison, Mississippi

Security Officer II (Gulfport, MS) 10p-6:30a shift 
Salary $23,582.69 Annually Location 24 – HARRISON

COUNTY, MS

Job Type Full-Time Job Number 9680-0374-20250619HRR Department 0374 – MH-MS

STATE HOSPITAL

Opening Date 06/20/2025 Closing Date 6/25/2025 11:59 PM Central Agency Minimum Salary $23,582.69 Agency Maximum Salary $23,582.69 About the Agency The mission of Specialized Treatment Facility (STF) is to promote and strengthen the mental health and the education of up to 48 adolescent males and females who are experiencing behavioral difficulties in their homes, schools, and communities. Employees are charged with the responsibility of furthering STF’s mission by exhibiting the core values that are at its heart: Teamwork, Respect, Compassion, Integrity, and Safety. Specialized Treatment Facility employs milieu therapy as the foundation for the treatment of its residents. Milieu therapy is a planned treatment environment in which everyday events and interactions are therapeutically designed for the purpose of enhancing social skills and building confidence. This therapy uses common structures familiar to all children, such as daily routines, consistent rules and activities. Please Human Resources for more information (228)328-6000. About the Position The Security Departments primary purpose is to provide general security and to assure a safe environment for residents, employees and facility visitors. It is the policy of Specialized Treatment Facility to have a safe and secure environment which facilitates the growth and development of the residents. The Environment of Care Manual includes a Safety Management Plan and a Security Management plan. The Security Department will abide by the policies of this manual that include: safety management, security management, hazardous materials/waste management, emergency management, fire safety, and utilities management. Responsibilities and Duties Security Officers conduct facility rounds on all shifts. They inspect unoccupied building(s) for unlocked doors or windows. Facility grounds and residential buildings are to be checked and documented. Trespassers or unauthorized persons shall be asked to leave. Security personnel may be called regarding disturbances on facility grounds. In cases of disturbances, the Security department’s primary duty is to provide safety for facility residents, law abiding employees and guests. Security personnel may require the assistance of outside law enforcement officials. The log book shall be maintained by each shift. During a weather watch or warning occurring on holidays, weekends, and after 4:30 p.m. and before 8:00 a.m. on weekdays, the Security Department shall notify any staffed building including residential living units of the weather watch or warning. The Security Department will serve as the switchboard operator for the program and direct calls. Security officers also fingerprint individuals and process badges. If a maintenance problem is found by or reported to Security after regular maintenance hours, security shall notify the appropriate personnel. Security staff often receive monies from parents and guardians for resident monetary accounts and distribute staff payroll checks, so all Security staff will enter into a surety bond. Maintains certifications in MANDT, CPR and first aid as required by STF. Maintains a valid driver license and liability insurance to be a driver of a state vehicle. All STF employees are responsible for reading, understanding, and adhering to all policies, protocols, and memorandums. Universal Precautions and Infection Control policies must be adhered by all STF employees. What you’ll need to be Successful Knowledge of protective services: Performs a service to provide security to the public. Patrols assigned area(s). Guards Ability to comply with agency policies, plans, and decisions. Abides by rules and regulations of the program. Knowledge of physical and nonphysical behavioral interventions for conflict resolution and use of Mandt techniques and skills. Skills with report writing and record keeping: Accurately maintain and document information on logs and reports. Ability to provide training and instruction: Provides instructional training to staff and residents.

Skilled with service orientation:

Demonstrates a commitment to quality public service through statements and actions. Seeks to understand and meets and/or exceeds the needs and expectations of customers. Treats customers with respect, responding to requests in a professional manner, even in difficult circumstances. Provides accurate and timely service. Develops positive relationships with customers.

Interpersonal Skills:

Shows understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, and concern to develop and maintain relationships. Demonstrates cross cultural sensitivity and understanding. Identifies and seeks to solve problems and prevent or resolve conflict situations. Encourages others through positive reinforcement. Ability to demonstrate integrity and honesty: Demonstrates a sense of responsibility and commitment to the public trust through statements and actions. Models and demonstrates high standards of integrity, trust, openness, and respect for others. Demonstrates integrity by honoring commitments and promises. Demonstrates integrity by maintaining necessary confidentiality. Conscientiously abides by the rules, regulations, and procedures governing work. Preferred Qualifications Typically requires a High School diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Agency preferred qualifications:

a High School diploma and 1 year of relevant experience.

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