At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Job Summary The Security Officer provides internal and external safety, security functions to support the general safety of the hospital community. These functions include but are not limited to; making periodic rounds checking for evidence of fire, safety hazards, deterrence of illegal activities and participation in investigations and assisting Law enforcement with arrests when warranted. Officers will be assigned a patrol area and respond to routine and/or emergency calls for assistance. Job Functions + Patrol and monitor activities in and around the facilities and associated owned or leased properties within their jurisdiction.Maintain a protective services presence while being on alert for criminal activity and/or the need for assistance. Provides protective services for the assigned facility. Assisting stranded motorist with minor automobile problems. Assists visitors as needed. + Responds to calls for assistance and emergencies. Takes appropriate control of dangerous situations by using sound judgement and quick thinking. Subdue and /or restrain any individual whose behavior warrants physical intervention including patients, while using the appropriate crisis intervention methods and complying with policies related to patient restraint, and seclusion and Response to Resistance / Use of Force.Performs BLS as needed and responds to emergency and disaster situations and carry out duties as assigned in the Emergency Operations Plan. + Conducts preliminary investigations in hospital related incidents.Works closely with local law enforcement agencies when the need arises, Maintains accurate records of daily activities. Reports all unusual incidents and criminal activity on incident reports. Takes reports of vehicular accidents, criminal offenses and suspicious activity occurring on hospital property. + Maintains the facility's lost and found. Secures valuable property to ensure that it is not lost, tampered with, or stolen. May be required to transport money to and from designated bank. Morgue pickups and release to Funeral Homes and Coroner. Assist with the air ambulance landing. + Other duties assigned by the protective services management and supervision team **Required Minimum Education:** High school diploma GED **Preferred Education:** Vocational/ Technical Degree **Licensure/Certification Required:** BLS and NAPPI training within 6 months of hire **Licensure/Certification Preferred:** IAHSS Basic Certification/OPOTA Certification **Minimum Years and Type of Experience:** 2-3 years of military/Law enforcement/security Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: OPOTA Certification. Some law enforcement/military and or protective services experience. Additional Job Description Additional Job Description Job Summary The Security Officer provides internal and external safety, security functions to support the general safety of the hospital community. These functions include but are not limited to; making periodic rounds checking for evidence of fire, safety hazards, deterrence of illegal activities and participation in investigations and assisting Law enforcement with arrests when warranted. Officers will be assigned a patrol area and respond to routine and/or emergency calls for assistance. Job Functions + Patrol and monitor activities in and around the facilities and associated owned or leased properties within their jurisdiction.Maintain a protective services presence while being on alert for criminal activity and/or the need for assistance. Provides protective services for the assigned facility. Assisting stranded motorist with minor automobile problems. Assists visitors as needed. + Responds to calls for assistance and emergencies. Takes appropriate control of dangerous situations by using sound judgement and quick thinking. Subdue and /or restrain any individual whose behavior warrants physical intervention including patients, while using the appropriate crisis intervention methods and complying with policies related to patient restraint, and seclusion and Response to Resistance / Use of Force.Performs BLS as needed and responds to emergency and disaster situations and carry out duties as assigned in the Emergency Operations Plan. + Conducts preliminary investigations in hospital related incidents.Works closely with local law enforcement agencies when the need arises, Maintains accurate records of daily activities. Reports all unusual incidents and criminal activity on incident reports. Takes reports of vehicular accidents, criminal offenses and suspicious activity occurring on hospital property. + Maintains the facility's lost and found. Secures valuable property to ensure that it is not lost, tampered with, or stolen. May be required to transport money to and from designated bank. Morgue pickups and release to Funeral Homes and Coroner. Assist with the air ambulance landing. + Other duties assigned by the protective services management and supervision team **Required Minimum Education:** High school diploma GED, Valid Drivers License **Preferred Education:** Vocational/ Technical Degree **Licensure/Certification Required:** BLS and NAPPI training within 6 months of hire **Licensure/Certification Preferred:** IAHSS Basic Certification/OPOTA Certification **Minimum Years and Type of Experience:** Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: OPOTA Certification. Some law enforcement/military and or protective services experience Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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