Security Ambassador 1st Shift - (Mon-Fri 6am - 2:30pm)
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · Chestnut Hill, MA · 2 mo ago
OTHR$40k–$44k/yrFull-time
About the role
Under the general direction of the Security Supervisor, the incumbent provides assistance, direction, concierge, and other guest services to patients and visitors. This role creates and maintains a positive image as the initial point of contact for patients, visitors, and staff, ensuring a high level of customer service through proactive, friendly, and helpful interactions.
Responsibilities
- Welcomes and acknowledges visitors, patients, and staff; provides information and directions.
- Anticipates the needs of others and assists individuals with disabilities and/or mobility issues in obtaining transportation and other services.
- Communicates specific patient, visitor, and staff requests accurately to other departments (e.g., transportation, patient relations, environmental services) to ensure complete follow-up.
- Coordinates patient transportation out of the hospital as needed (e.g., taxi, shuttle).
- Maintains assigned post area in a clean and orderly fashion.
- Provides a security presence, including conflict resolution, access control, and enforcing rules and regulations (e.g., smoking policies).
- Reports and stays current on security issues and concerns.
- Supports Security field services during emergencies such as fires, mass casualty events, HAZMAT occurrences, and medical emergencies.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one year of customer service experience (preferably two years in healthcare or hospitality).
- Ability to pass an initial and annual criminal background check.
- Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid (provided by the employer).
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, service-oriented attitude.
- Multi-language abilities preferred.
Skills
- Exemplary customer service and communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving ability.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and multitask as needed.
- Reliability and flexibility.
Pay
$40,000.00 - $44,200.00 per year.