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SalaryFounded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:
- The voice of our children and families always comes first
- Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
- We take great joy in service to others
- Our families and our communities deserve our very best
Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year, and is one of only eight companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2023-2024. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive Compensation
- 403b Retirement Plan with Match
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- PTO/Vacation
- Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services
Security Services Associate - Position Overview
- The Security Services personnel will conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior).
- Control access and egress.
- Monitor CCTV and alarm systems.
- Compose reports.
- Deter criminal activity and misconduct.
- Perform other duties as specified in post orders.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for safeguarding facilities.
- Must conduct patrols of Organization property reporting any property damage or risk to Security Services Supervisor.
- Must escort visitors as necessary.
- Check Day School students in/out daily for school.
- Sign clients in/out for passes with assistance of nurse and other designated staff.
- Must observe and assist in client care.
- Must maintain an accurate log of security activities.
- Must effectively communicate with visitors and staff.
- Must respond to all alarm calls promptly and communicate with emergency services.
- Must demonstrate understanding of program operations, and policies and procedures through the attendance of orientation and ongoing training.
- Must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of CANOPY Campus-Based programs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the organization’s Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrate computer literacy, at a minimum in Windows, Word, Outlook.
- Follow all prescribed procedures and policies.
- Completing and ensuring the proper completion of various types of forms and documents.
- Producing all required reports and data collection.
- Use of telephone, radio, copy machines, computers, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Coordinating with campus-based management staff and employees to meet security needs.
- Accurately account for temporary badges.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Candidates must meet the following basic qualifications for this position.
- Be at least 23 years old.
- Pass any required training or other qualification.
- Be able to work flexible schedules.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED).
- Have access to reliable transportation.
- No use of illegal drugs- must be able to pass a drug test with negative results (except when undergoing documented medical treatment).
- Be able to pass an extensive background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications, and Department of Motor Vehicle.
- Pass a State licensing test if you will be driving a company-owned vehicle.
- Be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if you were in the military.
- Be able to successfully complete all training required for the position.
- Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
- Demonstrate an ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
