Security Officer - Healthcare Deescalation Patrol

Allied Universal•Falls Church, VA

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time Security Officer for an unarmed patrol role in a healthcare setting in Falls Church, Virginia. The officer will monitor and patrol assigned areas, maintain a visible presence to help deter security-related incidents, and support a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role requires professional, calm responses to situations, strong customer service, and clear communication. Pay is $22.71 per hour, with scheduled shifts on Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Applicants must have at least one year of security-related experience and at least two years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field. Hospital assignments require vaccination as required and the ability to restrain individuals as required. Applicants must be at least 18 for unarmed roles and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employment is subject to applicable background investigation and drug screening requirements. Licensing may be required under state or local law; a valid driver's license is required only for driving positions.

Requirements

At least 1 year of security-related experience.
At least 2 years of service in a healthcare or medical-related field.
Vaccination as required for hospital assignments.
Ability to restrain individuals as required for hospital assignments.
At least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21 or older for armed roles.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants are subject to a background investigation in accordance with applicable laws.
Applicants are subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and may be required before employment.
A valid driver's license is required for driving positions only.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to clients, visitors, and staff while carrying out security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities when appropriate.
Conduct regular and random unarmed patrols of the facility, surrounding grounds, entrances, and perimeter to identify unusual conditions and help deter unauthorized activity.
Monitor access points and observe visitor and staff activity according to site-specific procedures.
Respond calmly to incidents and critical situations, notify appropriate personnel, and document observations as required.
Complete detailed reports, maintain accurate activity logs, and communicate relevant information to Allied Universal leadership and site contacts.