Public Safety Officer - Skokie Hospital- Evenings

Nevada System of Higher Education

117d • $18 - $27

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, provides unarmed uniformed security/safety related services. The services performed support the department’s mission to provide high quality service and to protect persons and property from harm. May also perform duties of bicycle patrol officer.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year experience in a customer-focused service-based organization.
• Valid Illinois Firearm Owner’s Identification Card is required within 90 days of start date in position.
• Current CPR certification issued either by American Heart Association or Red Cross within 90 days of start date in position.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge base developed through a minimum of two years of experience in law enforcement, military or private security.
• Experience in a healthcare environment.
• Fundamental understanding of computers, loss prevention and fire/security technology.
• Attainment of certification by the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) for their Basic Healthcare Security Officer training course within twelve months of start date in position.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas of facilities and grounds on foot or in motorized vehicle according to established schedule and investigates unusual occurrences.
• Reports incidents or apparent potential loss of Hospital, employee, patient or visitor property through fire, theft or vandalism and if necessary, involve police and provide assistance during police investigation.
• Responds to all service calls in a timely, safe, professional and courteous manner.
• Welcomes customers to the Hospital and provides timely and accurate directions to patients and visitors.
• Directs vehicle traffic in and around hospital facilities to prevent congestion.
• Ensures areas such as loading docks and ambulance unloading zones are cleared of unauthorized vehicles at all times.
• Issues parking citations to improperly parked vehicles and maintains record of citations.
• Physically restrains unruly patients and/or visitors and individuals posing a threat to themselves, visitors, hospital employees and/or property.
• Administers appropriate control systems to protect patient and employee valuables and hospital equipment and supplies.
• Checks to ensure hospital doors and windows are securely locked and inspects equipment, alarms, fire extinguisher and other equipment to ensure they are properly working.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of problems, as necessary.
• Investigates and documents thefts, accidents and other incidents in order to obtain related evidence necessary to determine individuals involved.
• Prepares required documentation to ensure neatness, accuracy and completeness.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development.
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Free Parking.
• Wellness Program.
• Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account Options.
• Retirement Options with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Community Involvement Opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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