Emergency Response Team Officer - Fairfax County, VA, United States - Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
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Fairfax County, VA, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Title:
Emergency Response Team Officer


State Role Title:
Security Officer IV


Hiring Range:
$49,664 - $67,350


Pay Band: 4


Agency:
Dept Behavioral Health/Develop


Location:
No Va Mental Health Institute


Recruitment Type:
General Public - G


Job Duties
Evening Shift and includes Shift Differential for shift, weekend and holiday work. To maintain security of resident population and staff at the Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute. Maintain constant and positive interactions with patients on the unit. Ensure unit security presence is maintained on each unit on each shift. Respond to emergency codes on the units.

Ultimate control over the safety of the patients on designated unit through efficient and compliant use of Therapeutic Options (TO) and approved de-escalation techniques.

Assignment will be to specific unit and or units with occasional rotations to other units/areas as needed. Responsible for leading the safety culture and initiatives on the units.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Valid Virginia Driver's License with acceptable driving record.
  • Experience in handling difficult individuals and be able to follow appropriate approved procedures to physically control, confine, and restrain in difficult situations.
  • Ability to act in the capacity of essential personnel during emergency/crisis situations.
  • Ability to work different shifts and overtime to cover unit as needed.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to transport and monitor patients using company vehicle as needed.
  • Ability to provide therapeutic deescalation in a safe manner.
  • Skill in implementing behavior modification techniques in a Psychiatric Hospital.
  • Skill in dealing effectively in a Psychiatric Hospital environment working directly with individuals with Mental Health/Psychiatric/Behavior Diagnoses.
  • Ability to work in an environment and with individuals with impulsive behaviors, as well as verbal/physical aggression.
  • Ability to physically restrain residents as needed during code calls or other emergency situations.
  • Skill in providing support on a unit to include intervening with aggressive behaviors.
  • Ability to monitor patients and recognize patient escalation and emergency situations. Ability to respond to these situations appropriately.
  • Ability to write safety reports using correct grammar, etc.
  • Ability to think quickly and independently during emergency situations. Ability to respond quickly to codes.
  • Ability to successfully complete BLS, TO and other required specialized training upon employment at the Northern Virginia Mental Health Institute.
  • Ability successfully complete and maintain competencies.
  • Ability to work on a quarantined COVID or other pandemic unit.
  • Ability to provide training and deescalation techniques.
  • Must be fit tested and cleared to wear designated respirator if required due to quarantined unit.
  • Ability to stand and walk for entirety of shift to make rounds (patrol) to ensure unit coverage as well as maintain security presence on the unit.

Additional Considerations

  • High School Diploma or equivalent combination of experience
  • Prior experience working in a field such as law enforcement, military police, corrections, or mental health related field is highly desired
  • Experience in preparing reports and conduct investigations

Special Instructions


NVMHI offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave.

Contact Pathways

Led by the Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired, the Career Pathways grant will help nearly 500 Virginians with disabilities, including young adults and veterans, gain new skills and credentials through Career Pathways to seek employment in competitive, high-demand, high-quality occupations.

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NVMHI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.


Contact Information

Name:
Karen Smith


Phone:

Note**:

Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.


Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

**Equal Opportunity Employer
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