Armed Security Officer - Childrens Hospital

Description Summary : Uniformed position at

all times. Armed Security Officer’s duties include being a visible

deterrent to criminal activity, providing security for patients,

Associates, and visitors, protecting and patrolling hospital

buildings, assets and premises as assigned. The Armed Security

Officer is responsible for responding to all emergency codes,

internal / external disaster events as needed and / or requested,

conducting preliminary investigations of reported incidents, and

performing other security related tasks as directed by a security

supervisor / and or Manager. The Armed Security Officer must have

flexibility in hours and be able to rotate between facilities

including travel whenever necessary. CHRISTUS Approved uniforms

must be worn in accordance with dress code requirements.

Responsibilities : Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS

Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of

Leaders. Conducts frequent security patrols of the facilities and

grounds as assigned. Identifies and reports trends related to

security issues. Recommends actions. Takes initial information for

an incident report, uses proper grammar, spelling, punctuation,

notes only the facts, leaving out personal opinions and submits

report in a timely manner (no later than the end of assigned

shift). Responds promptly to all service requests relayed by

supervisor, telephone, pass-on, e-mail, radio, cell phone and other

correspondence in a courteous and expeditious manner. Responds to

the collection, inventory and return of lost and found items,

patient valuables, and personal property according to policy.

Enforces all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of

CHRISTUS Health and the laws of the state in which CHRISTUS is

doing business. Controls and enforces facility parking using

patrols, violation warning citations, towing, booting and

explanation of rules as applicable. Assists clinical / non-clinical

Associates with combative patients or visitors. Demonstrates

competence to perform assigned client care responsibilities in a

way that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of persons

served by the department. Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge in

the operation of the Attendant Console, Paging System, security

radio / dispatch system, operations of the Digital Video Recorder

(NVR) security monitors (CCTV) and the general overhead paging

system. Must be proficient with the use of a PC to generate

electronic daily activity security reports, incident reports,

emails and other applicable electronic correspondence during the

performance of duties. Promotes a safe environment by reporting

safety hazards observed (broken water / sprinkler lines, burned out

internal / external lighting, smoke / gas odors, tripping hazards,

etc.) during the performance of security rounds. Appropriately

adapts assigned client assessment, treatment and / or care methods to

accommodate the physical, cultural, age-specific, and other

developmental needs of each person served. Demonstrated competence

with handgun, hand cuffs, baton, non-crisis intervention

certification and two-way radios. Frequent exposure to aggressive

behavior and emotionally charged situations. Occasional exposure to

hazardous conditions such as fires, chemical spills, and flooding.

Frequent exposure to heat and cold from external weather

conditions. Long periods of walking, standing, stooping, and

lifting. Must be physically fit and able to walk all areas of the

facilities and grounds, to restrain those who need restraint and be

able to assist nursing staff with lifting patients of all sizes.

Performs other duties as assigned. Must be always mentally alert.

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must

be able to make immediate decisions regarding laws, policies, and

procedures. Must be able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.

Must be able to handle personal stress and possible violence. Job

Requirements : Education / Skills High School Diploma or its

equivalent required Experience Minimum two (2) years of armed

security experience (may substituted by Honorable Military Service)

preferred Law enforcement experience preferred Healthcare security

experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

Active Level 3 Certification (Texas) required For positions in the

state of Texas, an active level three security officer commission

with the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau

(TDPSPSB) is required New hires in Texas who have completed the

security commission course with (TDPSPSB) must obtain their

security commission prior to date of hire New hires in New Mexico

who have completed the New Mexico Private Investigations Advisory

Board level three training requirements must be eligible to process

and obtain their security commission prior to date of hire New

hires in Louisiana may not wear their weapon on duty until they

have completed 40 hours of training, and the CHRISTUS Vice

President of Security has issued a letter of authorization to carry

a CHRISTUS Health Security assigned weapon while on duty to the

officer Verbal De-escalation training must be completed within 60

days of hire BLS required within 60 days of hire Expandable Baton

training, defensive tactics training, firearms training, weapon

qualification, and firearms retention training must be completed

prior to letter of authorization to carry is issued Successful

completion of all pre-employment and post offer assessments to

include the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory -2

(MMPI-2-RF-PCIR); the California Psychological Inventory (CPI); the

Police and Public Safety Selection Report (PPSSR); the Personal

Experience Inventory (PEI) and a clinical interview by a third

personal psychologist Will be required to take random drug test

screening Valid Drivers’ license required In accordance with the

CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration

Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the

required certifications for their respective positions within the

designated time frame. Work Schedule : MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type : Full Time