SECURITY OFFICER ($5,000 Hiring Incentive)
About The Position
The Security Officer works under the general supervision of a Hospital Security Shift Commander (SO3) or Hospital Security Lead (SO2), and in the absence of the Security Supervisor assists Nursing and medical staff in maintaining a safe, secure therapeutic environment for patients, residents, and staff. The position conducts daily rounds and controls ingress and egress at the Civil Hospital, Forensic Hospital, and Arizona Community Protection & Treatment Center. The officer responds to and participates in codes, drills, patient interventions, and emergencies; assists with patient conflict resolution and crisis intervention; and may guide other disciplines in appropriate Non-Violent Crisis Intervention methods. The position maintains communications with area Controls, reports incidents and status updates, and may perform vehicle and radio maintenance, safety inspections, and related documentation. This position is eligible for a $5,000 hiring incentive.
Requirements
- At least one year of progressively responsible experience in a security and/or safety setting.
- Valid driver's license.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR and NVCI certification.
- Must possess a valid Level One fingerprint clearance card or apply for one within seven working days after beginning employment.
- Ability to learn and interpret hospital rules, regulations, and procedures related to campus safety and security, order, staff discipline, and mental or behavioral health patients.
- Ability to drive state vehicles, recognize and report safety hazards, and respond to hospital-related codes.
- Ability to provide verbal and/or physical intervention in critical patient interactions and apply appropriate restraint techniques.
- Ability to maintain a calm and even temperament under stressful conditions.
- Ability to perform work at or attend meetings at alternate locations and/or travel when necessary.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws and due process relating to hospital campus safety and security; use of force; patient transportation; seclusion and restraints and associated risks; security and communications equipment; evacuation procedures; report writing; and Performance Management, Continuous Quality Improvement, and Lean methodologies.
- Skills in safety and security measures, personal safety and restraint techniques, basic first aid and CPR, oral and written communication, relationship-building, hospital emergency response, on-the-job training, and verbal de-escalation.
- Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Nice To Haves
- Security and/or safety experience preferably in a mental health care facility, hospital or institutional security, or law enforcement.
Responsibilities
- Conduct daily rounds and control ingress and egress at the Civil Hospital, Forensic Hospital, and Arizona Community Protection & Treatment Center, following safety policies and procedures.
- Respond to codes and incidents, including patient escalations, and work with other disciplines and first responders to de-escalate patient conflicts.
- Use physical restraints when needed to protect patients and staff, and assist with patient relocation when necessary.
- Respond to fire, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergencies, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents according to procedures and training.
- Write and submit reports, confer with supervisors and others, and assist with problem-solving and decision-making.
- Maintain radio or other communications with area Controls to report status or incidents and request assistance.
- Guide or lead staff from various disciplines in proper NVCI techniques as necessary.
- May assist with vehicle and radio maintenance, safety inspections, and related documentation.
- Attend related training classes and perform other duties related to the position.
Benefits
- Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Wellness program and plans
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Defined retirement plan with State contributions equal to the employee contribution
- Award-winning Infant at Work program
- Credit union membership
- Transit subsidy
- ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
- Paid Parental Leave pilot program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
