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Security Officer - Per Diem\n
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Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.\u202f\n

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Performs and leads general Security and Safety work in the protection of persons and property and the enforcement of applicable policies, procedures and regulations of Cayuga Health System as well as applicable Federal, State and Local laws to prevent loss due to accidents and incidents.\n
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Roles and Responsibilities:\n

Protection of Life & Property\n\nPatrols the facilities both inside and outside.\nRemains highly visible during patrols\nIs observant and engages with suspicious persons at the facility.\nAssists patients, visitors and staff as needed\nLocks and unlocks areas as prescribed or as requested\nIs observant of all motor vehicle laws while operating a motor vehicle.\nMaintains continuous contact via phone or radio with subordinates and management \nResponds in a timely manner to all calls.\nSubmits a concise, clear, accurate and complete incident report in a timely manner\nCompletes daily security log.\nMaintains work area in a clean and safe manner on a daily basis.\nEscorts individual in a timely manner as needed to ensure their safety.\nIs observant for unauthorized activities.\nUses proper lifting techniques during work tasks to prevent lifting injuries.\n\n

Performs Fire and Safety Checks:\n\nInspects fire extinguishers and other safety equipment\nInspects various directional and warning signs about the buildings and reports any need for replacement.\nInspects exit signs and reports any bulb replacement needed.\nKeeps well informed and participates in all fire, safety and disaster drills.\nInvestigates incident of injuries involving visitors and ensures a report is prepared.\nTakes proper action to correct safety and security shortcomings noted.\nCheck the outer portion of the buildings for safety hazards.\nInspects all elevators and interior fire escape stairwells to ensure that there are no obstructions and are well lighted. Reports any discrepancies. \n\n

Enforces all Federal, State and Local Laws, as well as all hospital Policies and Procedures:\n\nConduct preliminary investigations of complaints and incidents.\nAnswers all disturbances or criminal offense calls as requested.\nEnforce parking and access control rules and parameters \nUses diplomacy to insure all persons are not offended or alienated.\nMonitors compliance with safety and security procedures.\n\n

Facility Equipment Maintenance:\n\nBasic mechanical ability to make minor repairs.\nAnalyze malfunctions and identify staff that can make repairs.\nAttempts to repair before calling for assistance when appropriate.\n\n

Investigations of Incidents\n\nInvestigates all incidents involving lost property, missing property, stolen property of all kinds, vandalism, all disturbances, missing patients, prank or obscene phone call, suspicious person, fire alarm, power failure, property damage and automobile accidents.\nPrepares incident report on completion of investigation.\nNotifies the proper individual and\/or agency when appropriate. \n\n

Miscellaneous Activities:\n\nSnow and ice removal.\nInspection of facility lighting.\nInspection of doors and stair wells.\nSecurity of entrance doors.\nInterdepartmental support.\n\n

Education and Development:\n\nCompletes all mandatory education requirements.\nAttends departments, onsite and off-site in-service as required.\nAttends department meetings.\n\n

Personal Expectations:\n\nHelps others without prompting when work needs to be accomplished.\nIs independent of his\/her performance and is self-directed.\nWork is completed in a timely fashion.\nMaintains a positive attitude in stressful situations.\nIs supportive, shares knowledge and skills, and is an approachable resource for others.\nCommunicates with others in a positive and respectful manner.\nProvides excellent customer service to patients, families, guests and other employees.\nIs flexible and willing to make changes for the benefit of the team.\nDemonstrates a high level of personal and professional accountability.\nIs receptive to learning and feedback and demonstrates a willingness to learn and accept change.\nIs capable of providing quality care or service to patients or customers.\n\n

Required Skills and Experience:\n\nEducation - High School Diploma \/ GED\nExperience - Able to drive vehicle in all weather conditions. Minimum of one year experience involving Security preferred but not necessary. Ability to produce an accurate and well written report. Ability to work alone or as part of a team. Good people skills.\nLicensure - A clean valid NYS Driver's license. Need to possess and\/or ability to obtain a New York State Security Guard License and pass an FBI background check, no criminal convictions.\nPhysical Requirements - This position requires the ability to assist with lifting patients. Able to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time. Ability to walk up and down stairs.\n\n
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Location and Travel Requirements:\n\n Onsite at CMC, Schuyler, Cayuga Park\nDays, Days \/ Nights - FLEX, Evenings, Nights, Various - Scheduled\n\n
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Pay Range Disclosure:\n\n$21.16 to $22.35 per hour\n\n
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Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.\n
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We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.\n
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If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.\n
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I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.

I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment\/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment\/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.

I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.