Security Officer

About the role

This position is responsible for providing and maintaining a safe and secure environment of the patients, visitors, and staff of Regions Hospital. Regions Hospital is an inner-city Level 1 Trauma Center with a large inpatient mental health care setting.

Responsibilities

• Proactively build relationships with patients and employees to resolve conflict by using approved conflict resolution techniques.
• Partner with law enforcement and other community partners to address criminal offenses or emergent situations such as fire, threat to the facility, or violence.
• Provide a variety of services ranging from routine patrols, report writing, video surveillance, investigative services and other duties.
• Function as Security Lead as needed and selected by leadership.

Requirements

• Two years of combined experience working in security, law enforcement, military
• Two years of healthcare experience or Fire/EMS experience
• Successful completion of two years of college or technical college course work preferably in law enforcement or criminal justice or healthcare

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• Basic Life Support certification required within 6 months of hire
• Basic IAHSS Certification from the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety within 6 months of hire

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• Knowledge of security protocols and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Designed To Support Your Total Health

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Day shift