Security Officer (PRN)

KVC Health Systems•St. Louis, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides safety and security services to protect patients, visitors, staff, and property at St. Louis Children's Hospital and Camber Mental Health. Duties include monitoring facility access, escorting individuals, securing personal belongings, patrolling grounds for safety concerns, addressing unauthorized individuals, and helping de-escalate situations in lobby, visitation, and intake areas. The role is based at the KVC Missouri Children’s Mental Wellness Campus in Webster Groves, Missouri, a partnership between St. Louis Children’s and KVC Health Systems Youth Mental Health Care. The campus includes a 77-bed acute care hospital and outpatient programs and is slated to open in late 2026. This safety-sensitive role involves maintaining alertness during scheduled work hours and responding appropriately to changing conditions. It may involve working with patients who exhibit unsafe behaviors or need assistance with activities of daily living. Completion of required training, including crisis prevention/intervention and safety hold training as applicable, and demonstration of competency are conditions of employment. Reasonable accommodations are available.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance, with a good driving record.
Two years of verifiable employment history related to the position, such as law enforcement, security guard, corrections, or specific military service.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook email.
Ability to maintain appropriate alertness and attention during scheduled work hours and respond safely to changing conditions.
Successful completion of required training, including crisis prevention/intervention and safety hold training as applicable, and demonstration of competency.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate professionalism and respect toward colleagues, patients, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
Patrol buildings and grounds to identify and address safety, fire, and security risks.
Respond to emergencies, coordinate with emergency personnel, and assist with evacuations and crowd control.
Investigate suspicious activity, safety hazards, and security incidents on hospital property.
Assist with fire, tornado, and safety drills, including documentation and staff training.
Inspect and maintain emergency and safety equipment, reporting any malfunctions.
Perform additional safety and security duties as assigned to support facility operations.
Monitor facility access, escort individuals, secure personal belongings, address unauthorized individuals, and help de-escalate situations in lobby, visitation, and intake areas.