Secuity Guard PRN

Secuity Guard PRN


Company
NEXUS FAMILY RECOVERY CENTER
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
21 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Position: Security Guard PRN Department: Facilities

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Supervised by: Security Officer Supervisor

Employment Status: PRN Shift: As needed

Summary: The security guard will patrol premises, monitor surveillance systems, enforce access control and security protocols, respond to incidents and emergencies, document activities, and maintain a safe environment for people and property.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Monitoring and Observation:
• Conduct routine patrols on foot to inspect the premises, buildings, and perimeter.
• Monitor security camera footage and other surveillance systems for suspicious activities.
• Identify and report any suspicious behaviors, individuals, or occurrences on the property.
• Access and Control:
• Monitor and authorize the entrance and exit of clients, personnel, visitors, and vehicles.
• Screen visitors, verify identification, and maintain visitor logs as required.
• Ensure all doors, windows, and other entry points are secure.
• Emergency Response and Assistance:
• Respond promptly to alarms, distress calls, and other security concerns.
• React in a timely manner to emergencies and take necessary actions to ensure the safety of people and property.
• Aid individuals in need, direct visitors, and offer general support.
• Reporting and Documenting:
• Prepare detailed reports of daily activities, incidents, suspicious actions, and violations of policies.
• Maintain an accurate log of activities, security issues, and events occurring on the premises.
• Communicate clearly with leadership, law enforcement, and other emergency services when necessary.
• Policy Enforcement:
• Enforce company security policies, building rules, and relevant legal protocols.
• Act as a viable deterrent to prevent theft, vandalism, and other criminal or unauthorized activities.

Competencies:
• The ability to notice details, detect potential threats, and maintain awareness of surroundings.
• Sensitivity and ability to work with people of various races, cultures and socioeconomic levels.
• A high level of trustworthiness, professionalism, and ethical conduct to maintain public trust and professional reputation.
• Clear and effective verbal and written skills to relay information to others, write reports, and interact with public.
• Safe driving practices.
• Service clients and outside contacts with dignity and respect.
• Observe client confidentiality requirements.
• Skill in operations surveillance systems, alarm systems, access control devices, and basic computer applications.
• Capacity to make swift, informed decisions in stressful situations and find solutions to security issues.
• To handle physically demanding tasks, such as standing for extended periods, patrolling, and responding quickly to incidents.
• The ability to de-escalate tense situations and manage individuals who may be intoxicated or disruptive.
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize work.
• Flexibility to handle changing environments and evolving security challenges.
• Understanding of and adherence to HIPAA Compliance, and Employee & Client Confidentiality

Qualifications & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. As a condition of continued employment, you are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all training required to stay in compliance with state licensure rules and regulations.

Skills :
• Willingness to learn new skills as needed to perform job functions.
• Willingness to cross-train with other departments and team members.
• Ability to prioritize work, be detail-oriented, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and function as an integral part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Possess and expresses positive energy.
• Skilled analytics and problem solving.
• Effective time management skills.

Quantity of Work:
• Ability to perform assigned duties and responsibilities with neatness, accuracy and a degree of

excellence in a timely manner.

Quality of Work:
• Ability to work to the maximum capacity of all required expectations.

Compliance:
• Respects confidentiality always.
• Follows HIPAA and CFR 42 guidelines for disclosing information.
• Understands and adheres to the agency's compliance plan, code of conduct, and the Nexus standard policies and procedures.
• Treats all clients, visitors, and co-workers with dignity and respect.

Teamwork:
• Takes initiative to help the team and is flexible when asked to assist in other areas.
• Consistently demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors even when addressing stressful situations.
• Demonstrates concern for the overall team and understands how actions affect others.
• Shows a positive attitude and contributes to maintaining an enjoyable and productive workplace.
• Does not engage in any unfavorable behaviors such as rumors, inappropriate conversations, etc.
• Provides coverage when other Team Members are out of the facilitate.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Professionalism, initiative, and personal responsibility.
• Integrity, grace under pressure, and a sense of humor.
• Multi-cultural competence and comfort - ability to work with a diverse team and to work with differences at all levels.

Accountability:
• Adheres to attendance requirements.
• Utilizes correct procedure for taking time off.
• Attends departmental and staff meetings as required.
• Is accountable and shows pride in work; strives to do more than the minimum required.
• Shows initiative and completes work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Acknowledges mistakes and demonstrates a willingness to learn and correct them.
• Demonstrates passion in all work.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to conduct instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform assigned duties and responsibilities with neatness, accuracy, and a degree of excellence, promptly.
• Ability to work at the maximum capacity of all required expectations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Security Guard Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for security guard jobs in United States is $7.25 per hour as of January 1 2026. Security guards receive overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours over 40 in a workweek under the Fair Labor Standards Act. This federal floor applies nationwide with no exceptions for the occupation.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants for security guard jobs must be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED as of 2026. No prior paid experience is required for entry-level unarmed positions though a clean criminal background check is mandatory. Armed guard roles additionally require state-specific firearms training completed before hire.
Q What documents are needed to apply for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a completed I-9 form with proof of identity and work authorization such as a U.S. passport or driver's license plus Social Security card. A state-issued guard registration card and recent background check results are also required before starting work in 2026. Employers file these documents within three business days of hire.
Q What are the standard working hours and benefits for Security Guard Jobs in United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, security guards work a standard 40 hours per week with shifts typically limited to eight consecutive hours as of 2026. Full-time employees receive at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually plus employer-sponsored health coverage after 30 days under ACA rules. Overtime is paid for any hours beyond 40 in a workweek.
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