Public Safety Officer ISouthcoast Health • Fall River, MA, United States

Public Safety Officer I

Southcoast Health • Fall River, MA, United States

26 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Public Safety Officer

Hours : 40hrs

Shift : Evening shift, 2 : 45pm - 11 : 15pm with weekend and holiday rotation

Location : Charlton Memorial Hospital - Fall River, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you :

A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Under the general supervision of the Public Safety Operations Manager, Shift Supervisor or designee, this position performs all duties and responsibilities related to the day-to-day protection and security of Southcoast Health System (SHS) and Southcoast Hospitals Group (SHG) assets and information as well as the safety of all persons on hospital / SHS property. The incumbent Officer proactively guards against fire, theft, vandalism and unauthorized entry to SHG grounds and / or buildings while controlling access points.

High school diploma or GED equivalent required, associates degree preferred.

Prior military, security, corrections, police, or relevant experience a plus.

May require obtaining Special Police / Constable powers within a designated municipality.

Over three months up to and including one year of experience is required.

A valid Drivers License is required.

Must have, or have the ability to obtain within a six month to one-year period, a Massachusetts Fire Arms Identification Card, and License to Carry Firearms (Pistol Permit).

Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) De-Escalation Training; OC Pepper (OCAT), Handcuffing (PATH), Baton (PPBT) education and training within 120 days of hire.

BLS, CPR and First Responder certification required within 120 days of hire.

Is eligible to obtain appointment as a special police officer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts under MGL c.22C Section 63 or as a New Bedford Special Police Officer under city / NBPD requirements.

Must obtain International Association of Healthcare Safety and Security (IAHSS) Basic Officer Certification within one year of appointment.

Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Compensation : Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

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