Security and Safety Coach

Job overview

The Security and Safety Coach role is onsite in Columbia, MO, with compensation of $18–$22.50 per hour as stated in the listing; the description gives $18–$22 per hour depending on education and experience. The role is based at KVC Missouri Residential Treatment Center in Columbia and supports a safe, nurturing environment for youth and adults. The coach works with direct-care staff to support daily activities, follow treatment plans, and respond to safety concerns. Calm intervention, client engagement, and timely documentation help maintain a supportive treatment setting and reduce risks of harm.

What you'll do

• Keep the unit safe, clean, and orderly
• follow individualized treatment plans
• support and supervise clients
• provide crisis intervention and initiate emergency response when needed
• document client behavior and interactions
• provide transportation as directed
• learn client triggers and patterns to help mitigate escalation
• support understanding of treatment plans and SMART goals
• conduct searches for prohibited or high-risk items
• communicate safety risks to leadership and treatment teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

security and safety coach

residential treatment

behavioral health

crisis intervention

client safety

treatment plans

columbia mo

kvc health systems

$18–$22.50/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off
• paid parental leave
• health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 403(b) with company match
• tuition reimbursement
• professional licensure and certification reimbursement
• employee assistance program.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license and auto insurance, and one year of related experience or training; behavioral health and trauma-informed experience preferred.

About the employer

KVC Health Systems is hiring for this role. Industry: Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities. Sector: 62.