Public Safety Officer - IDMH

Cayuga Medical Center•Town of Bath, NY

38d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Public Safety Officer ensures the safety and security of Arnot Health patients, visitors, students, and employees. The role applies crime-risk and safety-hazard prevention techniques and practices, enforces applicable laws and Arnot Health policies, and exercises the power of arrest in accordance with New York State CPL Section 140 as a Public Safety Department employee. The position is based at Ira Davenport and is per diem, with 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 required within 90 days of hire.
Good physical condition and ability to stand or walk for a major portion of the tour in varied weather conditions.
Ability to climb steps and ladders and lift at least 40 pounds.
Mature personality with some decision-making ability and 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 desired, preferably in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular, thorough patrols of the interiors and exteriors 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, in detail, and on time; conduct follow-up investigations as required.
Maintain working knowledge of Public Safety Department 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 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, as well as those requested.