Flex Security Officer Hospital

Allied Universal • Montebello, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Flex Security Officer will serve and safeguard a high-profile healthcare customer at a hospital in Montebello, California. The officer is responsible for monitoring the healthcare premises and protecting staff, members, and visitors. Duties include detecting and preventing suspicious activity, observing and reporting incidents, and providing friendly, professional customer service. The role pays $25.00 per hour and requires bilingual ability. Candidates must have at least one year of hospital security experience or two years of security experience, and be open to afternoon or overnight shifts and weekends.

Requirements

• Bilingual ability.
• At least one year of hospital security experience or at least two years of security experience.
• Prior work experience involving customer interaction, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Applicants are subject to a background investigation and, where permitted by law, a drug screen.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.
• Must be open to afternoon or overnight shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazards, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or in a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
• Orally and physically de-escalate individuals as needed.
• Inspect security devices and fire-control equipment.
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility.
• Respond calmly and urgently to incidents such as fires, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, or inclement weather.
• May escort or watch patients, provide safety escorts, and assist with or transport deceased individuals to the morgue.
• Successfully complete the required training and obtain a Management of Aggressive Behavior certification after receiving an offer.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED