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State of Colorado Clinical Safety Security Officer I - Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan in Denver, Colorado
Clinical Safety Security Officer I - Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan
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Clinical Safety Security Officer I - Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan
Salary
$26.77 Hourly
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IIC 06803 04/22/2024
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Opening Date
04/22/2024
Closing Date
5/5/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
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Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan 3520 W. Oxford Ave Denver, CO 80236
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
stephanie.karle@state.co.us.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
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Department Information
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple full and part time vacancies
About Fort Logan
Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL) is one of two state hospitals serving our community. The vision of CMHHFL is to provide the highest quality mental health services to people with complex, serious, and persistent mental health illnesses within the resources available. Our mission is to support those individuals in achieving their recovery goals and reaching their full potential. CMHHFL provides inpatient treatment to adult patients, generally between the ages of 18-49. The hospital has138adult inpatient beds, over six treatment units.. CMHHFL added two forensic treatment units in the past 18 months. These two forensic units are dedicated to providing psychiatric stabilization and restoration treatment to individuals opined incompetent to proceed as a result of their mental illness. Medical services, o ccupational therapy, neuropsychological-rehabilitation services, and trauma-informed care services are available for all patients throughout the hospital.
Through our core values, CMHHIFL staff is committed to:
Individual dignity and respect;
Person-centered, evidence-based care;
Trauma-informed recovery;
Multidisciplinary collaboration;
Diversity and inclusion;
Strong family and community partnerships
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Description of Job
This position involves shift work and the schedule may vary based on the needs of the facility.
About this unit:
The Safety Department exists to maintain the safety and security of the CMHHFL campus. Duties of the Safety Department include maintaining a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors, providing assistance to the clinical staff in the various types of patient treatment programs, assisting with the management of aggressive/assaultive individuals, and monitoring and evaluating the impact of applicable laws and regulations. The Safety Department staff follows accepted practices including policies and procedures. The department supports patient care and the safety of buildings, grounds, equipment, occupants, and internal physical systems. This work unit reports and resolves situations that pose a threat to life, health, or property.
Purpose of Position:
This position exists to ensure a safe work environment through the application of and adherence to CMHHFL/CDHS policies, Joint Commission Standards, Life Safety Codes, and Colorado Revised Statutes. The position responds to crisis situations (i.e. physical or verbal assaults against persons or property, suicidal behavior) following hospital policies and procedures, and assists nursing and clinical staff to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. This position assists with environmental safety checks and on-unit/campus transports to treatment programming and meals.
Primary Job Duties:
Safety Support Services:
Respond to hospital staff requests for assistance. Performs supportive actions and approved physical intervention techniques, as necessary. Maintain safety and security throughout the hospital by responding to psychiatric emergencies and non-emergency situations. Exercise sound judgment and emotional control when evaluating possible risks while taking into consideration the physical and mental well-being of all patients and staff. Participate in defusing and debriefing all incidents. Actively uses effective communication skills, Verbal Defense Interventions (VDI) skills, and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) skills when interacting with patients and staff positively and respectfully. Support patient transport needs when appropriate.
Perimeter checks and Observation/Rounding:
Provide hospital security and enforcement by patrol and observation designed to detect, prevent, and control security incidents at CMHHIFL. Investigate and document reports of criminal activity. Provide traffic surveillance and parking control. Maintain hospital safety via routine physical checks. Perform monthly safety inspections of clinical units. Identify security violations and safety hazards and take necessary actions to correct the problem (i.e. initiation of work orders, contact DFM personnel, reporting to appropriate person, etc.) Perform quarterly fire drills and evaluate staff to ensure efficient training.
Transports:
Transport/escort clients and staff to and from various locations on and off hospital grounds (i.e. Admissions, medical appointments, court, CMHIP, etc.) Perform entries into various security-sensitive areas (After-Hours Pharmacy, Central Medical Supply, Medical Records, Finance/Safe, etc.) with/without staff assistance.
Police Liaisons:
Communicates with COLORADO BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION concerning criminal records and missing patient reports, and communicates with other police agencies, acting as a liaison between Fort Logan and police and sheriff departments around the metro area, the State, and the Nation.
Other Duties as Assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Substitutions
N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
College education in a behavioral health and or justice related field
Experience working with adjudicated and/or detained within a secure residential facility and/or a behavioral health setting;
Experience facilitating psychoeducational groups; Education/experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma;
Experience working in positive leadership roles, such as mentoring and coaching.
Experience utilizing verbal de-escalation and motivational techniques.
Highly Desirable Competencies
Skilled in conflict management.
Strong work ethic, integrity and dependability.
Sound judgment and decision making skills.
Self control, composure and the ability to manage stressful situations.
Ability to verbally communicate clearly and willingness to do so respectfully
Ability to identify and act on changes, inappropriate activity, hazards or potential security breaches and verbally communicate pertinent information.
Ability to study information and recount events in a written, factual, concise, and legible method.
Conditions of Employment:
Full background check
Current and valid Colorado driver's license
Must be 21 years of age or older
May be required to provide local transport for patient care
May be required to within the metro area to assigned trainings and/or work site
Shift work is required
May have access to SDS in support of the hazardous waste management program for department and team use.
Shall not initiate or engage in sexual, social, personal or financial relationships with patients either during or any time after hospitalization, even if the patient requests or initiates such a relationship. All relationships with current or former patients must be disclosed on your application
Successfully pass all modules of the CMHHFL New Employee Orientation core curriculum including English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments, and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics
Possess the physical ability to successfully complete CPI and CPR
Lift arms above the head and kick as high as own waist
Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled takedown
Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for using a defensive tactic
Kneel on one or both knees and stand up again with multiple repetitions
Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety
Seize, hold, control, or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs, and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person, and/or restraint situations
Ability to read and comprehend the English language effectively and fluently communicates in English, both verbally and in writing
Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
2-step TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant’s prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination, and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact stephanie.karle @state.co.us.
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program (https://coloradostateofhealth.com/)
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#technical-support)
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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