Security Officer III - Health First Safety

Health First Careers•Viera West, FL

About The Position

The Security Officer III provides security services to help ensure the safety and security of associates, patients, and visitors at Health First facilities. The role includes patrols of assigned facilities, responding to emergencies, monitoring access, supporting emergency response, and assisting people on site. Officers complete required reports and logs, follow site orders and Health First policies, and maintain the certifications, licenses, weapon qualifications, and training applicable to the position. The officer may work designated alternate hours and perform other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following education or experience qualifications: graduate of a Police/Corrections Academy; associate degree or above in Criminal Justice; active military service with a minimum four-year term; law enforcement experience; or service in Elite Military Forces, Military Police, or Combat Arms.
Alternatively, one year of verifiable security officer experience may be used in lieu of the education requirement.
Florida Class D Security Officer License.
Florida Class G Security Officer License.
Valid driver's license and a maintained clean Motor Vehicle Record.
Obtain at least one of the following certifications within 30 days of the start date: American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course, or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Completion Card.
Complete Crisis Prevention Training within the first 90 days.
Physical ability to deal with or subdue mental health patients in crisis.
Willingness to perform tasks that may require entering the hospital morgue and rooftop helipad.
Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
Active listening skills.
Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively.
Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
Attention to detail.
Physical agility to walk, stand, run, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or crouch for the majority of the shift.
Ability to perform heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects weighing up to 100 pounds or more, with or without assistance.
Ability to move into different positions to accomplish tasks in varied environments, including tight or confined spaces, and to reach out, above the shoulders, or overhead.
Ability to lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment, with or without assistance, for up to 90% of the assigned shift.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, or water.
Ability to work with biohazards such as blood, body fluids, and airborne particles while following OSHA and CDC guidelines.
Ability to operate manual and motorized equipment used to transport materials.
Ability to work with possible exposure to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work positions.
Ability to communicate with others to exchange information and use visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
Willingness to travel to facilities within and beyond the county perimeter; use of a personal vehicle may be required.

Responsibilities

Conduct internal and external security patrols on foot or in a vehicle, including patrols of hospital Emergency Departments, to deter criminal activity and misconduct.
Respond to emergencies and disasters, make campus notifications as directed, coordinate law enforcement, medical, and fire assistance, and remain on site until an emergency or disaster is terminated when required.
Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that could create security concerns or safety hazards.
Respond to emergency codes, alarms, and other urgent situations; escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress, and protect private information.
Sound alarms or contact police or fire departments in response to fires or unauthorized persons.
Warn people who violate rules, including rules against loitering, smoking, or carrying prohibited articles.
Monitor entrances and exits and permit authorized persons to enter the property.
Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal is conducted appropriately.
Conduct patient escorts and watches and provide safety escorts.
Assist with or transport deceased persons to the morgue.
Complete required shift logs and reports and comply with site post orders and Health First policies and procedures.
Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.
Assist associates, patients, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
Work designated alternate hours and perform other responsibilities as needed.
Maintain required certifications, licensing, weapon qualifications, and training to achieve professional competency as appropriate for the position.