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CHRISTUS Health • Beaumont, TX

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About The Position

The Armed Security Officer is responsible for providing security and safety for patients, associates, and visitors within a healthcare environment. This role includes being a visible deterrent to criminal activity, conducting security patrols, responding to emergencies, and ensuring compliance with laws and hospital policies. The officer must maintain a professional appearance in uniform and demonstrate flexibility in working hours and locations as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be mentally alert at all times.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to make immediate decisions regarding laws, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Must manage personal stress and potential violence.
• Minimum two years of armed security experience preferred, or Honorable Military Service as a substitute.
• Law enforcement and healthcare security experience preferred.
• Active Level 3 Certification (Texas) required for Texas positions.
• Completion of verbal de-escalation training within 60 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Completion of IAHSS Basic Security Certification within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare security is preferred.
• Law enforcement experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts frequent security patrols of the facilities and grounds as assigned.
• Identifies and reports trends related to security issues and recommends actions.
• Takes initial information for incident reports, ensuring proper grammar and factual accuracy, and submits reports timely.
• Responds promptly to all service requests relayed by supervisors and other communication methods.
• Handles the collection, inventory, and return of lost and found items and patient valuables according to policy.
• Enforces all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of CHRISTUS Health and applicable state laws.
• Controls and enforces facility parking through patrols and citations as necessary.
• Assists clinical and non-clinical associates with combative patients or visitors.
• Demonstrates competence in client care responsibilities according to the needs of persons served.
• Operates security systems and equipment, including CCTV and communication devices.
• Reports safety hazards observed during security rounds to promote a safe environment.
• Adapts client assessment and care methods to accommodate individual needs.
• Demonstrates competence with security equipment and techniques, including firearms and non-crisis intervention.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with potential for career advancement.
• Training and certification opportunities in security and emergency management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED