Security Officer

Security Officer

MHSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability or uniformed services status. MHSC is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that recognizes the contributions and supports the advancement of all because an inclusive environment can enhance the quality of healthcare, improve hospital / community relations, and positively affect the health status of society. No candidate will be rejected based on any of the above or any disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.

MHSC is committed to the “Planetree” methodology of “Person-Centered Care”. Person-Centered Care is more than hospitality. It is more than amenities and inviting surroundings. Person-Centered Care is an evidence-based framework for improved patient and family engagement, better clinical outcomes, increased staff retention / recruitment, and high value care. Person-Centered Care creates workplaces that energize and inspire joy. It places patients and caregivers at the center of the care experience and unites communities around health and wellness. This approach also focuses on supporting the professional and personal aspirations of healthcare professionals who can more effectively care for others when they feel cared for themselves.

JOB SUMMARY

The Security Officer is responsible for the protection of property, the safety of visitors, patients and employees, and keeping the peace. The security officer will maintain open lines of communications with his supervisors and safety monitors. The Security Officer will effectively assist all departments with daily operations such as providing key service, wheelchair service, transport service, greeting air transport and EMS units. Reports to court hearings on campus with detention patients and provide security for the proceedings.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent. Required : One year security experience or law enforcement background, working in hospital setting or familiarity with Verbal de-escalation and controlling and restraining patients. Experience with behavior health patients in a hospital setting is preferred. Combinations of experiences as stated above will be considered.

Job Knowledge and Skills :

Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within this field. Must be proficient in the operation of a personal computer. Knowledge : of security equipment, restraints, handcuffs and the ability to effectively use this equipment on the job is essential. Perform duties independently with minimal supervision. Generates daily shift reports and Incident reports when necessary. Provides detention patient status and all patient changes to Security Supervisor, Security Director and to the on-coming shift. Decisions of routine nature made within prescribed operating guidelines, policies, and procedures.

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