Public Safety Officer - IDMH

Cayuga Medical Center•Town of Bath, NY

21d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Public Safety Officer performs duties to ensure the safety and security of Arnot Health patients, visitors, students, and employees. The officer applies crime-risk and safety-hazard prevention techniques, methods, and practices; enforces applicable laws and Arnot Health policies; and exercises the power of arrest in accordance with NYS CPL Section 140 as a Public Safety Department employee. The position is located at Ira Davenport Hospital in the Public Safety Department and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on a Monday–Sunday rotation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Eligible to be licensed as a Security Guard in New York State.
Provider CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Able to stand or walk for a major portion of the work tour in varied weather conditions.
Able to climb steps and ladders.
Able to lift at least 40 pounds.
Mature personality with some decision-making ability and the ability to effectively maintain order if a disturbance occurs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Clean and valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Current valid New York State Security Guard License.
Six months to one year of experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular, thorough interior and exterior patrols of Arnot Health locations, identify safety, fire, or security hazards or conditions, and take appropriate action to correct them.
Collect and compile information for a variety of reports, completing them accurately and in detail and on time; conduct follow-up investigations as required.
Maintain working knowledge of Public Safety departmental equipment, use it responsibly, and promptly report equipment problems.
Respond to all calls for assistance, including Assistant Needed STAT, Fire Alert, Code Teams, and Rapid Response.
Provide security and escort services when requested, including safety escorts, direct observations, and escorts for Mental Health and Hygiene or Alcohol and Substance Abuse patients to court proceedings.
Enforce the parking policy.
Complete at least one safety round per shift covering the main hospital and grounds and all other on-campus buildings.
Perform scheduled locks and unlocks and complete them upon request.