Security Officer (Per Diem)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Security Officer will provide a safe and secure environment for the patients, visitors and staff of Wellbridge. This is accomplished by screening all people entering the facility via guard booth and stationary posts, performing routine roving patrol of the buildings and grounds, assisting with new patient entry, and monitoring cameras.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform roving patrol of the buildings and grounds as scheduled.
• Screen all visitors to the Campus at designated guard booths and stationary entry posts.
• Assist intake/admissions team with new patients to the campus: recording personal belongings, calming families using de-escalation techniques and assisting with physical restraint, as directed by medical personnel.
• Monitor security cameras and alarms, looking for unusual occurrences and situations
• Investigate reports of missing property, take information and file report internally.
• Enforce all campus safety policies and procedures: no-smoking, no contraband, no alcohol/drugs or paraphernalia. Assist medical staff with inspection of rooms, confiscation and appropriate logging and disposal of same.
• Maintain key control and access control on the Campus.
• Safely transport patients using company vehicle, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 8 hour and 16 hour OJT NYS Security Guard Program certification required
• Prior law enforcement experience preferred
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Must hold a valid NYS driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Strong work ethic, strong situational awareness skills
• Good written & oral communication skills
• Knowledge of cameras, multiplexers and integrated security alarm systems preferred
• Knowledge of de-escalation and non-violent crisis intervention practices
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift weights of up to 50lbs with or without assistance
• Good visual and mental acuity
• Hospital/healthcare security experience is preferred

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF SECURITY

Job Type: Per Diem