Public Safety Officer (3692)

Safety / Security

Safety / Security Patrol facilities and properties and serve as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and policy and safety infractions.

Watch for and respond to criminal acts or infractions which may be a threat to patients, visitors, staff and/or the facility itself; take action to immediately correct and/or immediately report suspicious activity to the appropriate authority.

Respond to security threats, disruption, inappropriate or escalating behaviors and call for assistance.

Upon request, provide for staff escorts to their vehicles in off-site parking facilities and lots.

Maintain order and safety in all BNHC property parking lots.

Ensure proper use of BNHC parking lots by patients, visitors and staff.

Report staff parking violations to Human Resources.

Properly report all incidents, accidents, safety and security risks and/or medical emergencies in accordance with BNHC policy.

In the absence of the supervisor, respond to and act as the Public Safety “On Scene Incident Commander” during all facility emergencies until a responding Public Safety Agency (i.e. BPD, MSP, BFD) assumes command.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position may require extended periods of standing or sitting, ability to run distances up 100 meters and frequently walking.

Must be able to take stairs when necessary.

This position requires periods of exposure to cold and hot weather and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one year’s experience in demonstrating direct responsibility for an organization’s public safety and security operations.
• Experience in fields of mental health, behavioral health, substance use, counseling, treatment, or homelessness preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• Valid US Driver’s License and ability to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Massachusetts.
• Ability to be certified in Crisis Prevention Intervention, CPR and First Aid.