Security Officer Healthcare

Allied Universal • Newark, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Security Officer Healthcare in Newark, NJ, you will serve and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Healthcare, and more. Join Allied Universal as an unarmed driving patrol officer in a healthcare location, where you will monitor and patrol assigned areas, stay visible to help discourage security-related incidents, and support staff, patients, and visitors with exceptional service and communication. In our agile, reliable, and innovative team, you will put people first, work with integrity, and contribute through teamwork in a dynamic hospital environment.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license is required in the state where the job is located.
• Applicants must be able to meet hospital vaccine requirements.
• Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of law enforcement experience, 2 years of security supervisor or manager experience, or 5 years of security-related experience.
• Proof of a high school diploma or GED is required by the client.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age.
• Applicants must be able to restrain individuals in a hospital environment.
• Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field.
• Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and vendors by carrying out security-related procedures, location-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities within a healthcare location.
• Respond to incidents, disturbances, and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner, documenting observations and sharing relevant information with site contacts and/or Allied Universal leadership.
• Conduct regular and random patrols throughout buildings, parking areas, entrances, and perimeter locations to help to deter unwanted activity and identify unusual conditions.
• Monitor access points and public areas, assist with visitor directions, and report maintenance, access control, and other security-related concerns according to site procedures.
• Support staff and guests during high-traffic periods, after-hours activity, and emergency situations by following post orders and communicating clearly with site personnel and/or first responders.

Benefits

• Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
• Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
• Access to a retirement savings plan, plus medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED