Security Officer (Night Shift)

5ca7e295-e84e-4159-97f0-15fc2c9d3a2b•St. Louis, MO

10h•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, addressing unauthorized individuals, and helping de-escalate situations in lobby, visitation, and intake areas. The role also supports emergency response, safety drills, security investigations, and facility operations. This is a safety-sensitive position that requires appropriate alertness and attention during scheduled work hours and the ability to respond to changing conditions. The officer may work with patients exhibiting unsafe behaviors or needing help with activities of daily living. Required training, including crisis prevention/intervention and safety hold training as applicable, and demonstrated competency are conditions of employment.

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 to perform duties safely and respond 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 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.