Public Safety Officer

LCMC Health•Marrero, LA

About The Position

Your job is more than a job This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years of appropriate work experience.
Relevant prior experience is not required.
Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Certificate (CPI, NCI-CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute
Defensive Driving Certification - Defensive Driving Certification Issuer
Annual Baton Training - LCMC Health
Must be proficient in English with verbal and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge and use of security equipment to include radio's, alarm systems, CCTV systems, etc.
Proficient in the use of CPI and must be able to deescalate situations involving aggressive, combative and other behavior health issues pertaining to patients.
Ability to transport patients as required.
Willing to be trained, skilled, and proficient with handcuffs, baton, OC spray, and restraining.
Ability to pass the LCMC Active Shooter Course (practical) annually.

Responsibilities

Provides routine security patrols of campus, both internal and external.
Patrols assigned area on a constant basis to maintain crowd control and order.
Performs safety and equipment inspections.
Provides information and assistance to patients, visitors, staff and the general public.
Responds to all calls for assistance immediately unless involved in or responding to an emergency situation.
Documents details on incident reports as needed.
Operates security screening equipment, access control systems, video security and intrusion detection systems.
Reports and controls unauthorized or suspicious persons, unsafe conditions or other irregularities.
Completes the required paperwork to account for all security-related actions.
Follows the Hospital's Public Safety Department Firearms policy and the Use of Force policy.