Security Dept - Security Officer - Full time - Third Shift
About The Position
This is a full-time 3rd shift position working 12 hour shifts and 40 hours per week. Under general direction, Security Officers are responsible for monitoring all areas of the hospital in order to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees. Security Officers are on campus 24/7 and act as a visible deterrent to crime and policy infractions, as well as detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their assigned posts, which may be a threat to the property, staff, visitors or patients. Occasionally interacts with psychiatric/violent patients. The position reports to the Director of Security Services.
Requirements
- Possess a high school diploma or GED. Be at least 18 years of age.
- Possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
- Up to 5 Years of verifiable experience, with 3 years in law enforcement, security, customer service or related field.
- Have intermediate computer skills, report writing and event logging using software (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and efficiently
- Assist in lifting patients as needed to either assist nursing staff or help transport expired patients
- Restrain violent/combative patients to prevent injuries to themselves, others and yourself.
- Emergency Preparedness and Life Safety within one year.
- Certification in de-escalation/violence prevention training (such as AVADE) required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
