Security Officer - Deerfield Beach ED

Trinity Health • Fort Lauderdale, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Security Officer position is located in Deerfield Beach and involves a 12-hour day shift (7a-7p) with alternating weekends. The role requires initiating and receiving communications, documenting safety and security information, patrolling hospital properties, and responding to emergency codes. The officer must be able to act independently, manage critical situations, ensure the safety of hospital associates, patients, and visitors, and assist in moving individuals to safety or restraining them when necessary. The position also involves participating in security and safety committees, serving as a departmental resource, assisting in policy development, evaluating protective measures, conducting investigations, and developing/conducting safety awareness programs. The role requires ongoing in-service education and maintaining professional competence through continuing education.

Requirements

• Valid FL Driver's License required
• High School diploma or GED required
• State of Florida Class D Security License required upon hire
• Ability to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of basic computer skills
• Ability to de-escalate situations in a calm, professional manner
• Must achieve a passing score on "Management of Aggressive Behavior" after employment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree preferred in Criminal Justice, Safety Administration, Security, or other related field
• At least one year of experience preferred in a high public interaction position requiring the use of effective interpersonal skills.
• (note: equivalent related military experience or work experience in law enforcement, fire department, or emergency response service may be substituted for the educational requirement at the discretion of the hiring manager)

Responsibilities

• Initiates and receives communications, via telephone, radio, email or other computer systems.
• Communicates verbally, or in writing, promptly, courteously and accurately while maintain poise at all times.
• Appropriately refers any problems or issues beyond scope of authority to Security Manager on Duty and the Hospital Manager on duty.
• Follows standard procedures and uses personal protective equipment per policy at all times.
• Documents in a timely manner all relevant safety and security information.
• Patrols the hospital and other HCH properties as required.
• Takes action as required, participating in all emergency codes and requests for assistance.
• Able to act independently, managing critical situations that may involve aggressive behavior.
• Takes action as necessary to ensure the safety of Hospital Associates, patients and visitors.
• Assists in moving, lifting or dragging individuals to safety.
• Assists in bringing safety equipment to the scene of an emergency or as required.
• Assists in restraining individuals as necessary to maintain the safe environment of the hospital.
• Assists in restraining individuals as required to prevent those individuals from placing themselves or others in harms' way
• Participates as an active member of various Security and Safety committees
• Serves as a departmental resource specialist, consulting on Safety and Security issues to all Associates.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to Protective Services throughout The Holy Cross Hospital.
• Reviews all departmental Security and Safety Policies and Procedures on an ongoing basis
• As directed, evaluates the effectiveness of Protective measures throughout the hospital through reports.
• Prepares recommendations and documentation that provides direction to correct reported deficiencies
• Recommends action plans to department managers based on regular protection audits
• Prepares and submits reports of audits to various safety committees and administration
• Reviews the following daily: security related incidents and reports of Associate injury, and other related security hazards.
• As directed, documents monthly safety data and prepares reports for the Manager of Protective Services
• As directed, conducts Security and Safety investigations of significant incidents
• As directed, develops curriculum and conducts Security and Safety awareness programs throughout the Hospital.
• Participates in the ongoing in-service education of the hospital personnel and others as it relates to the safety and security of the Hospital.
• Demonstrates expertise in facilitating adult learning.
• Reviews safety and security reports, prepares analysis and assists in the implementation of Holy Cross Hospital Healthcare Protection Program.
• As directed participates in orientation of new employees to the Safety and Security Program.
• Maintains professional competence through participation in continuing education and other learning experiences
• Remains informed of current trends in Hospital Security and Safety.
• Serves as a role model, participating in professional organizations and community activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work
• Retirement savings program with employer matching

What This Job Offers

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