Security Professional - Unarmed (HCA)

Allied Universal • Pittston Township, PA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional for an assignment in a healthcare facility. The role involves foot and/or vehicle patrols of hospital interiors, exteriors, and grounds; access control; monitoring CCTV and alarm systems; reporting; and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. The schedule is 2 PM to 10 PM, Monday through Friday, and the pay rate is $18.00 per hour. Because this is a safety-sensitive role, candidates must submit to drug screening to the extent permitted by law. A TB test and certain vaccinations may also be required for work in the healthcare facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of relevant security experience, as specified in the pre-employment requirements.
• Minimum of two years of verifiable employment history related to customer service or the protective service industry.
• Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable state and/or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• Be at least 18 years old, or older if required by the state.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills and active listening skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately, with attention to detail.
• Ability to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law.
• A TB test and certain vaccinations may be required for the healthcare facility assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Military service in an occupational specialty related to law enforcement or security, such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, or combat arms, or a support role in a combat zone.
• Graduation from a certified public safety academy, military or civilian, or verified work experience in law enforcement, adult corrections, or the firefighter field.
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice-related studies.
• At least eight years of service in any military branch.
• Associate's degree or 60 credits or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice, with current or prior active military service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct foot or vehicle security patrols of hospital grounds and document unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalating situations involving patients and restrain combative individuals when necessary, within company and customer guidelines.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Escort patients from the helicopter pad to the emergency room.
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters.
• Sound alarms or contact police or the fire department in the event of a fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn individuals about rule violations, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden items.
• Control authorized entry to and exit from the hospital and help prevent unauthorized persons or contraband and hospital items from being brought in or taken out.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal follows client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, and maintain written logs as required.
• Conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrols, control access and egress, monitor CCTV and alarm systems, compose reports, and deter criminal activity and misconduct.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

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