Security Officer

Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital • Plattsburgh, NY

9d • $23 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Security is responsible for providing services that contribute to the preservation of life, protection of property and overall safety of the Medical Center community. The primary function includes protection of staff, patients and the general public by; Preventing and deterring crime through aggressive patrol activity Providing education to staff, patients and visitors to reduce the likelihood of becoming victims Conducting appropriate, thorough and efficient investigations of any/all inappropriate activity Security provides assistance in all areas of the Medical Center, offering support in all patient care areas by assisting medical personnel in the maintenance and delivery of care to our patients and assistant to family members. All Security staff is required to be available for variable shifts, rotations or short notice call for emergency response. Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital boasts 300 inpatient beds, inpatient acute rooms that are all private, and a Skilled Nursing Facility. The main hospital sits on a plush 45-acre campus complete with ponds and walking paths. We’re proud to offer a full-spectrum of health care services to our rural communities in Northern New York to keep care as close to home as possible. The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes; undulating hills, meadows and pastures rolling down to the waters of giant Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a picturesque community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average. The perfect place to raise a family, the area features excellent schools both public and private. The State University of New York also has a branch here with 6,200 students boasting a large international population and solid nursing program. Site Selection Magazine has chosen Plattsburgh as a top city in the nation for business development for the past eight years. In addition, Policom Corp has ranked Plattsburgh as the top micropolitan in New York and the 27th in the nation. As far as recreational opportunities, Plattsburgh and the Champlain Valley offer incredible year-round activities. From boating and sailing to biking, kite surfing, fishing, golfing and more. The historic Strand Theater serves as the anchor of downtown Plattsburg and dozens of museums and historic attractions share the region’s rich history.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Must have valid New York State Driver's License and be insurable.
• Applicant must not have any local, state, federal criminal record.
• Must be eligible to register as New York State Security officer upon hiring.
• Personal vehicle for on-the-job transportation required.
• Must successfully complete Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations (PMCS) training in the first 30 days of employment.
• Must read, agree to adhere and sign Security Department Code of Ethics.
• Exercise good judgment in reacting to emergency situations.
• Be able to read, write well and maintain neat and accurate shift reports and logs.
• Possess good verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• New York State Security 8 Hour Pre-assignment Certificate or currently registered NY State Security Guard is preferred.
• Prior experience working with the general public or in related field preferred.
• Prior CPR/BLS certification preferred; current EMT certification a plus.
• Computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preventing and deterring crime through aggressive patrol activity
• Providing education to staff, patients and visitors to reduce the likelihood of becoming victims
• Conducting appropriate, thorough and efficient investigations of any/all inappropriate activity
• Providing assistance in all areas of the Medical Center
• Offering support in all patient care areas by assisting medical personnel in the maintenance and delivery of care to our patients and assistant to family members
• Being available for variable shifts, rotations or short notice call for emergency response

What This Job Offers

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