Safety & Security Officer – Immediate Opening

Greater Philadelphia Health Action•Philadelphia, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As our community evolves, so does the need for compassionate care. If your position was recently impacted, Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc., invites you to continue your mission of service with us. GPHA, a non-profit organization that was founded in 1970, is hiring Full-time Safety and Security Officer, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, at multiple locations: Carl Moore Health Center, 1401 S. 31st St. Phila., PA 19146 Chinatown Medical Services, 432 N. 6th St. Phila., PA 19123 Frankford Ave Health Center, 4500 - 4510 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19124 Hunting Park Health Center, 1999 W. Hunting Park Ave. Phila., PA 19140 Southeast Health Center, 800 Washington Ave. Phila., PA 19147 Woodland Ave Health Ave, 5000 Woodland Ave. Phila., PA 19143

Requirements

High school diploma (or GED)
At least three years' experience as a security officer or certification from a security officer training program
Knowledgeable of Safety and Security requirements and continue learning through it
Must be able to deal with people effectively and professionally
Dealing with disruptive patients or visitors peacefully by applying de-escalation skills
The ability to anticipate a problem/situation and use preventive intervention effectively
CPR certified

Responsibilities

Patrolling properties and their surroundings for non-compliance activity, suspicious behavior, or unsafe conditions
Investigating disturbances and managing aggressive or violent behavior
Verbally warning individuals of rule infractions
Physically guiding or escorting aggressive persons to safety and using approved techniques to diffuse or control aggressive behavior when necessary
Securing aggressive individuals in a safe position until law enforcement arrives in emergencies
Provide safety updates during staff meetings as required
Maintenance and Custodial Services and health center operations