Security Officer Hospital

Allied Universal • Loyalsock Township, PA

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About The Position

As a Hospital Security Officer with Allied Universal, you will serve and safeguard a healthcare customer by surveilling the premises and protecting staff, members, and visitors. You will detect and help prevent suspicious activity, observe and report incidents, and provide friendly, professional customer service. The position pays $18.00 per hour.

Candidates must meet applicable age and experience requirements. The posting specifies at least one year of relevant, verifiable security experience and says candidates for armed roles must be 21 or older; its minimum requirements also state that unarmed roles require candidates to be at least 18. A high school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience, is required. Employment is conditional on applicable background and drug screening, and the successful candidate must complete training and obtain Management of Aggressive Behavior certification.

Requirements

• At least one year of relevant, verifiable security experience, as stated in the posting.
• Prior work experience involving customer interaction, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations.
• At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; at least 21 years of age for armed roles. The posting also states that candidates must be at least 21 to be considered.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of verifiable experience.
• Successful completion of required training and obtaining Management of Aggressive Behavior certification after an offer.
• Subject to background investigation and drug screening, as permitted by law.
• A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.
• Licensing may be required before employment, subject to applicable state and local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazards, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or in a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
• Verbally and physically de-escalate individuals as needed.
• Inspect security devices and fire control equipment.
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite facility admittance.
• Respond calmly and urgently to fires, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, and inclement weather.
• May escort or watch patients, provide safety escorts, and assist with or transport deceased individuals to the morgue.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

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