Emergency Response Team / Security Officer Needed (Mesa/Queen Creek)
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
🚨 Now Hiring: Emergency Response Team (ERT) Security Officer Location: Residential Behavioral Health Homes – Arizona Company: Brothers and Keepers Corp. Start Date: July 1st, 2025 Pay Rate: $23/hour
About Us: Brothers and Keepers Corp. is dedicated to providing safe, supportive, and therapeutic environments for youth in our residential behavioral health programs. We are seeking committed and highly trained individuals to join our Emergency Response Team (ERT) — a specialized security unit tasked with ensuring safety, stability, and rapid response in high-stress situations.
Position Overview: As an ERT Security Officer, you will be responsible for protecting youth residents, staff, and property. Your primary role is to prevent harm, de-escalate crises, and respond swiftly and appropriately during emergency situations. Ideal candidates will have a calm demeanor, excellent communication skills, and a strong sense of duty with a compassionate approach.
This role requires sensitivity and an understanding that our youth suffer from mental illness, behavioral challenges, and substance abuse issues. ERT Officers must be able to respond with professionalism, care, and trauma-informed awareness.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and protect youth from self-harm, peer altercations, and external threats
De-escalate verbal and physical confrontations using non-violent crisis intervention techniques
Prevent and manage property damage within the facility
Transport youth to hospitals or medical facilities when necessary
Write and file incident reports accurately and in a timely manner
Maintain a secure and structured environment
Support staff and clinical team during critical incidents
Demonstrate compassion and patience while handling youth in crisis
Uphold the dignity and emotional safety of every resident
Shifts Available:
Weekday Shift: Monday–Friday | 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Weekend Shift: Saturday–Sunday | 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Requirements:
Must pass a background check and Level One Fingerprint Clearance
Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willing to obtain prior to start date)
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Strong verbal communication and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure and act quickly in emergencies
Deep understanding and respect for youth dealing with trauma, mental illness, and addiction
Preferred Backgrounds:
Ex-Military
Former Correctional Officers
Former or current Law Enforcement Professionals
Ready to Serve and Protect with Purpose and Compassion? Join a team that truly makes a difference. Submit your resume to [insert contact email or link here]. Application Deadline: June 25th, 2025