Security Officer

TOUCHETTE•Centreville, IL

21d•$16 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer ensures the safety of the assigned area by monitoring the premises, responding to emergency situations, and documenting all on-site incidents. This role involves patrolling, surveillance, and maintaining a secure environment for personnel and assets.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Proven experience as security officer or guard.
Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety.
Familiarity with report writing.
Excellent surveillance and observation skills.
Emotional control/De-escalation skills.
Integrity.
Safety Management.
De-escalation and restraint training obtained during orientation period and maintained.

Nice To Haves

2+ years within the security field preferred.

Responsibilities

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points, and permitting entry.
Secures all exits, doors, and windows during shift patrols and at the end of shift operations.
Provides assistance to persons in need.
Apprehends and detains perpetrators according to legal protocol before the arrival of authorities.
Guards and manages patient valuables in a secured area.
Protects the organization's assets relative to theft, assault, fire, and other safety issues.
Responds to alarms and emergencies.
Follows procedures for various initiatives including fire prevention, traffic control, and accident investigations.
Escorts visitors and/or employees around and off premises.
Ensures compliance with OSHA, TJC, CMS, and other regulatory agencies.
Obtains help by sounding alarms.
Prevents losses and damage by reporting irregularities and informing violators of policies and procedures.
Monitors and authorizes the entrance of vehicles and people on the property.
Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.
Maintains the environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls.
Ensures the operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, submitting work orders, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Meets hospital mission objectives and fosters positive guest relations and courtesy between security staff, patients, visitors, and other employees.
Shares opportunities to teach, motivate, and uplift others.
Performs all other duties as assigned.