Safety and Security Rep

Safety and Security Representative Kansas City, KS I Full-Time Sunday-Thursday 7am-3:30pm At KVC Health Systems and Camber Mental Health, we believe that the heart of our work is helping people. We are seeking dedicated Safety and Security Representatives to provide vital support to our direct care teams and the individuals we serve. Join an organization that champions both safety and employee fulfillment; we are proud to maintain a work wellbeing score of 86 on Indeed, reflecting our commitment to a culture of authenticity, compassion, and professional excellence. Position Summary The Safety and Security Representative plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment for youth in our care. By engaging directly with patients to problem-solve safety concerns and modeling positive behavior, you serve as a cornerstone of our milieu. You will support direct care providers with patient supervision, activities, and crisis intervention, ensuring that every individual feels secure and respected. In the absence of unit leadership, you may be called upon to act in a lead capacity, demonstrating the sound judgment and solutions-focused approach necessary to manage complex behavioral health needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise unit activity and patient movement to ensure a safe, clean, and orderly environment.
• Engage with youth using trauma-informed and person-centered approaches to support their individualized treatment goals.
• Provide crisis intervention and initiate emergency response plans when necessary to maintain campus safety.
• Document relevant patient behaviors and interactions accurately and timely using KVC computer software systems.
• Facilitate transportation for patients to scheduled visits and medical appointments as directed.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to follow individualized treatment plans and provide compassionate, empathetic care.
• Support facility operations by assisting with meal preparation, laundry, and unit maintenance as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings and complete all required annual in-service training to stay abreast of best practices in behavioral health.
• Maintain a professional profile and stay updated on company communications via the internal HRIS system.

Minimum Requirements

• All employees must be at least 20 years of age.
• Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required.
• Experience: At least one year of related experience and/or training.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate computer skills, including typing/keyboarding and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a behavioral health setting or a related field focused on trauma-informed care.
• Specific experience engaging individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis is highly preferred.

KVC Values and Expectations Our employees are expected to be role models who build upon the strengths of those we serve. Our work is guided by these core values:

• Respect, Accountability, and Integrity.
• Open, Honest Communication.
• Teamwork and Continuous Improvement.
• Compassionate care embracing empathy and kindness.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This role requires active engagement and physical responsiveness within our psychiatric hospitals:

• Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand, walk, and communicate effectively. Must be able to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lifting Requirements: Regularly lift 10 pounds, frequently lift 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 75 pounds.
• Vision: Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Safety Sensitivity: Because this is a safety-sensitive role, the employee must maintain appropriate alertness to respond to changing conditions and exhibit safe behaviors.
• Environment: Work is performed in a hospital setting with a moderate noise level and occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.