Mt Gretna, PA | Service and Trades | Tracking Code: 94967

Security Officer I- Philhaven-Nights

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Full time (80 hours biweekly)

11:000PM -7:00AM, includes Weekends and Holidays

Shift Differential Pay

 

 

http://www.joinwellspan.org/Benefits

 

 

 

Job Description:

Under the general supervision of the Security Supervisors, provides a safe and secure environment for, and responds to the   needs of patients, employees, visitors, and other customers of the System. Protects System buildings, assets and premises as   assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The following are essential job accountabilities:

1.    Patrols the buildings and premises to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and intrusion
2.    Patrol parking lots to ensure the safety of individuals and the security of parked vehicles
3.    Reports all suspicious activity, parking violations and abandoned vehicles
4.    Responds to emergency situations such as accidents and injuries, fire alarms, crimes, in progress events and safety hazards and uses the appropriate force to resolve situations by following established training, policies and procedures
5.    Provides assistance, summons proper authorities, and polices area to maintain order, safety and to protect property
6. Employs all necessary equipment to include Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during situations that are deemed         unsafe and during interactions with precaution patients
7. Responds to inquiries for advice or assistance from employees, students, visitors, and other customers; provides physical        restraint of psychiatric patients and others as needed
8. Monitors the conduct of visitors on premises; confronts unauthorized persons for questioning as needed; secures      weapons and contraband
9. Escorts personnel and visitors to parking lots and hospital buildings
10. Maintains post as assigned in accordance with training
11. Notifies police in case of theft, breaking and entering or other related criminal matters requiring notification of authorities
12. Notifies Supervisors of events requiring further investigation and assists as directed
13. Maintains records, prepares incident reports and other documents pertinent to safety and security activities and attends      hearings
14. Conducts routine visual inspections; reports safety and/or fire hazards or security violations
15. Responds to on site fire drills; responds to on site fire alarms and assists the responding fire department
16. Secures and/or unlocks offices and facilities
17. Supports the parking policy, enforcing parking regulations, providing traffic management, and performing other related    duties
18. Complies with all department and organizational policies and procedures
19. Assists with the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies
20. Performs Security Operations duties as assigned
21. Secures patient valuables and found property
22. Prepares clear, concise, and factual incident reports
23. Ensures all documentation is submitted as required prior to end of shift
24. Completes vehicle checklists

The following are common expectations:

25. Remains current on all required trainings
26. Attends trainings/educational programs as assigned
27. Participates in department meetings and in-service meetings as directed
28. Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through supporting improvement and innovation
29. Follows established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment and safety standards

The following are nonessential job accountabilities for ADA purposes:

30. Attends meetings as required
31. Performs other related duties as identified and assigned

Qualifications:

  Minimum Education             High School or G.E.D.

                                              

  Minimum Experience            No minimum experience

                                            

  Required Certifications          Shall obtain and maintain the following training certifications within 3 months of the date of hire:

• • • • • Practical and Tactical Handcuffing
        • Oleoresin Capsicum (Gel)
        • Taser
        • Behavioral Emergency Response Training (BERT)
        • CPR/AED

Req Course(s)/Training          Successful completion of the below training courses are required for this position. The training must be completed within 3 months of the date of hire

• Report Writing (LMS)
• FEMA ISP: IS-100.c – Intro to Incident Command System, I-100

 

  Physical Demands                Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking

                                             Heavy physical effort (lift/carry 26 to 50 lbs)

 

  Working Conditions             Subject to varying and unpredictable situations

                                             Handles emergency or crisis situations

                                             Exposed to dangers of assault/injury from patients, visitors and staff while responding to calls

                                             Exposed to hazards from investigating incidents or alarms

                                             May be exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases

 

  Other Skills                          Strong interpersonal and communications skills

 

  Other                                  Must possess a valid driver’s license in the current state of residence

                                             Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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