Security Professional - Unarmed (HCA)

Allied Universal • Pittston Township, PA

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional to work in a hospital environment. The role involves conducting foot and/or vehicle patrols, controlling access and egress, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, preparing reports, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. Because the assignment is safety-sensitive, candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permitted by law. A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may also be required for work in the healthcare facility.

The schedule is 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday. The pay rate is $18.00 per hour. Candidates must have at least one year of relevant security experience under the stated pre-employment requirements, as well as two years of verifiable employment history related to customer service or the protective services industry under the listed qualifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable state and local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• At least one year of relevant security experience, as specified in the pre-employment requirements.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history related to customer service or the protective services industry.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• 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.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law.
• A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may be required for the healthcare assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Military service in a law-enforcement- or security-related Military Occupational Specialty, 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 firefighting.
• 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, together with current or prior active military service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in a vehicle and document unusual conditions that may present security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalating situations involving patients and restrain combative individuals when necessary, following company and customer guidelines.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Assist with escorting 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 response to fires or unauthorized persons.
• Warn individuals of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits to prevent unauthorized entry or exit and the movement of contraband or hospital items.
• Observe departing personnel to deter 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.

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