Security Officer (PER DIEM)

Masonicare Corp•Wallingford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides security for patients, employees, and visitors and protects assigned hospital buildings, assets, and premises. The role assists the Security Supervisor with security and safety operations across the upper and lower Masonicare campus in Wallingford, including Masonicare Health Center and Masonicare at Ashlar Village. The position is per diem and requires availability across all shifts, including some weekend hours. The officer conducts patrols, monitors visitor conduct, escorts people, documents incidents and shift activities, responds to emergencies, and supports facility access, traffic, and parking operations. The officer also communicates with staff and visitors, assists nursing staff with psychiatric patients as needed, and contributes to a safe, professional environment for residents, patients, employees, and visitors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Active and valid guard card.
Availability for all shifts, including some weekend hours.

Nice To Haves

Six to twelve months of experience in security operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct preventative patrols of buildings and premises to help prevent fires, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.
Monitor visitor conduct and question unauthorized persons as needed.
Escort employees and visitors to parking areas, building lots, and hospital buildings.
Write comprehensive, accurate reports detailing activities during each shift.
Respond to incidents and accidents and document them using departmental forms and procedures.
Respond to requests for advice or assistance from employees, visitors, vendors, and students.
Assist nursing staff with psychiatric patients as needed.
Respond to internal and external emergencies.
Secure and unlock offices and buildings.
Secure patient valuables and lost-and-found articles and maintain records of received items.
Control vehicle traffic and facility access; check parking areas, issue tickets, and report infractions.
Maintain knowledge of the computerized vehicle-tracking database.
Notify a supervisor, police, or fire department when warranted, and notify maintenance personnel about major snow or ice conditions.
Provide relief for the communications coordinator and attend meetings as required.
Participate in mandatory in-service education programs.
Respond to fire alarms, calls for aid, and other emergencies at Masonicare Health Center and Ashlar Village according to the Fire/Disaster plan and departmental procedures.
Communicate important information to pertinent staff.
Provide prompt, courteous service to residents and families, listen to residents’ concerns, and respond professionally.
Follow safety guidelines, help prevent injuries, and notify management of unsafe work conditions.
Follow the departmental dress code and maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance.
Communicate effectively and tactfully with adult and older residents and patients, recognizing their age, cultural diversity, needs, abilities, and physical condition.
Perform other duties as required.