Security Officer III

Health First Careers•Melbourne, FL

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About The Position

To provide security services that ensure the safety and security of associates, patients, and visitors at Health First facilities. The Security Officer III conducts security patrols, responds to emergencies, monitors facility access, helps protect people and property, and completes required reports and logs. The role may involve working designated alternate hours and performing other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following education or experience qualifications: graduate of a Police/Corrections Academy; associate’s 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.
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 maintained clean motor vehicle record.
Obtain at least one of the following 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; strong customer service, communication, and active listening skills.
Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively, identify critical issues quickly and accurately, and demonstrate attention to detail.
Physical ability to walk, stand, run, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or crouch for most of the shift; frequently lift or move objects up to 100 pounds or more, with or without assistance; and lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment for up to 90% of the shift.
Ability to work in environments that may include extreme temperatures, contaminants, dirt, grease, water, biohazards, intense noise or vibration, and awkward or confined positions.
Ability to communicate with others to exchange information and use visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks.
Ability 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 the hospital Emergency Department, to deter criminal activity and misconduct.
Respond to emergencies and disasters, make appropriate campus notifications, and coordinate law enforcement, medical, and fire assistance as directed.
Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may 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 cases of fire or unauthorized persons.
Warn individuals who violate rules, including rules against loitering, smoking, or carrying prohibited articles.
Monitor entrances and exits and permit authorized persons to enter facility property.
Observe departing personnel to protect company property and ensure authorized property removal is conducted appropriately.
Conduct patient escorts and watches and provide safety escorts.
Assist with and/or transport deceased individuals to the morgue.
Complete shift logs and reports and comply with site post orders and Health First policies and procedures.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities and prepare reports.
Assist associates, patients, and visitors courteously and professionally.
Work designated alternate hours and perform other responsibilities as needed.
Maintain required certifications, licensing, weapon qualifications, and training for professional competency.