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Security Officer

Reports to the Director. Responsible for providing a safe, secure and effective environment of care. This environment is sustained by monitoring Hospital facilities, properties, and functions in order to protect property, patients, visitors, and employees from hazardous conditions, physical harm, trespassing, vandalism, sabotage, fire and/or theft. Directs visitors, patients and employees to appropriate location(s) and intervenes to prevent and control patient, visitor and/or employee disturbances.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Provides Hospital security by:

Patrolling Hospital facilities and grounds, observing patrolled areas in order to detect illegal activities or unauthorized entry. Inspecting equipment, doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure.
Responding to emergency situations throughout the Hospital property such as fire, disturbances, accidents, criminal activity, bomb searches, etc. and involving external resources/agencies as necessary. Enforcing security procedures and maintaining a log of activities during such incidents. Conducting investigations and generating reports as deemed appropriate and/or necessary.
Responding to duress alarms, parking lot call boxes, building alarms, door alarms, and patient behavioral health related requests for assistance.
Patrolling and monitoring Epworth Center facilities and assisting with patient or staff needs as appropriate.

Supports Department functions by:

Providing escorts for employees, visitors, and patients throughout the Hospital campus.
Assisting employees, patients, and visitors by providing "road service" (jump starts, lock outs, air in a flat tire, etc.), as necessary, calls for tow and/or repair services.
Enforcing parking rules and regulations in the Hospital lots.
Conducting preliminary investigations on incidents occurring at the Hospital and submitting appropriate reports. Documenting all routine functions and duties on a daily activity report. Reporting accidents, hazards, and other incidents as appropriate.
Testifying during hearings and other legal proceedings, presenting information and accounts on incidents which have occurred on the Hospital's property, as required.

Ensures Hospital safety by:

Reporting observed safety hazards and unsafe conditions of facilities.
Initiating emergency response procedures and alarms, as appropriate, throughout the Hospital facility and grounds, utilizing safety equipment in order to correct or control the incident.
Maintaining knowledge and compliance of safety and security related policies and procedures.
Conducting screening of visitors and limiting access to the facility after regular visiting hours.
Participating in drills, training, and education as deemed appropriate; participating in evaluation, review, and quality improvement processes of the department and Security Management Plan.
Completing mandatory in-services and training sessions as required.
Maintaining equipment and property as necessary and/or as assigned.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

Completing other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
Complies with established organization and department policies.
Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

Leverage innovation everywhere.
Cultivate human talent.
Embrace performance improvement.
Build greatness through accountability.
Use information to improve and advance.
Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

The above level of knowledge, skills, and abilities are generally obtained through the successful completion of one of the following:Two years of police experience.

Two to three years of industrial or health care security experience with evidence of training in laws of arrest, detention, and rules of evidence.
Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Police Administration, or related field.
Two years of military police experience and one year of industrial or health care security experience.

Knowledge & Skills

Requires knowledge of general surveillance techniques and closed circuit television, the "rights" of citizens regarding search, seizure, investigations, and detention.
Requires maintenance of a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
Demonstrates the interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) necessary to interact with employees, patients, visitors, law enforcement agencies, and others; and to complete appropriate paperwork.
Requires the computer knowledge necessary to accurately prepare incident reports, forms, and complete other functions and services.

Working Conditions

May be exposed to weather conditions (rain, snow, etc.).
May be exposed to potentially dangerous situations.
Specialized training and knowledge will reduce the potential for injury when resolving disturbances and responding to alarms.

Physical Demands

Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to stand for prolonged periods of time, climb stairs, restrain individuals, be outside in inclement weather, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $23.63 per hour

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