Security Officer I - McHenry, Full-time, Nights

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Mchenry, IL

6d • $20 - $29

About The Position

The Security Officer I reflects Northwestern Medicine’s mission, vision, and values, adheres to its Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards. Under the direction of Security Leadership, the officer follows established procedures to protect the hospital from theft and damage and to protect patients, visitors, associates, and medical staff. The role investigates and quells disturbances and restrains patients only upon proper direction and with assistance from medical or clinical staff.

Officers conduct foot and mobile patrols, investigate security and safety concerns, monitor alarms and video systems, respond to emergency codes, control traffic, and help maintain secure areas. They also provide staff escorts, conduct searches as needed, support the hospital’s parking permit process, and perform related duties. Officers are expected to provide competent, professional, approachable, and service-minded assistance.

This is a full-time, night-shift position at 0.9 FTE, scheduled for 36 hours per week. The listed hourly compensation range is $20.00 to $29.00.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successfully complete the IAHSS Basic exam within 90 days of hire and maintain IAHSS Basic certification.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association within 9 months of hire.
• Successfully complete Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within 6 months of hire.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, law enforcement, and other outside agencies.
• Writing skills to complete reports and paperwork that meet departmental standards.
• Physical ability and knowledge to operate a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare security, police work, or military service.
• Valid FOID card.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and quell hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain the security of patients, visitors, and employees.
• Complete descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Notify appropriate city officials, including police and fire, and prepare descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Conduct regular foot and mobile perimeter and internal patrols of hospital buildings and grounds to protect people and property and prevent unauthorized entry.
• Investigate hazardous conditions, reported theft, criminal activity, and other reported security or safety issues.
• Monitor the access control system, fire and duress alarms, and security video system.
• Control traffic to maintain access for emergency vehicles, patients, and visitors, including during incidents and helicopter transports.
• Maintain security of restricted areas by checking and locking doors according to schedules or special circumstances.
• Provide staff escorts to their vehicles when requested.
• Deliver deceased bodies to the morgue and release them to authorized persons according to established policies.
• Respond to emergency codes according to department-specific guidelines.
• Alert the department Manager to activities or deviations from departmental standards that may require disciplinary action or follow-up.
• Enforce hospital policies and procedures as directed.
• Conduct contraband searches as needed for patient and employee safety.
• Monitor individuals or situations as needed to ensure patient and employee safety.
• Oversee the staff parking permit process and monitor compliance with established policy and procedure.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The company describes a wide range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Loan forgiveness.
• 401(k) matching.
• Lifecycle benefits.

What This Job Offers

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