Hospital Security Officer
Company: Allied Universal
Location: Palatka
Posted on: July 28, 2022
Job Description:
Allied Universal , North America s leading security and facility
services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense
of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive
workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that
will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer
medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, 401K, employee
assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for all
full-time positions! As a Hospital Security Officer, you will serve
and safeguard clients in a range of industries such as Commercial
Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Government and more. The
Hospital Security Officer is responsible for the surveillance of
the client s healthcare premises and the protection of the staff,
members, and visitors. A Hospital Security Professional detects and
prevents any suspicious activity, observe and reports incidents,
and provides customer service in a friendly and professional
manner. Allied Universal Services is currently searching for a
Professional Hospital Security Officer. The Security Officer will
be working in a hospital/health care environment for Allied
Universal Services. Our officers allow us to accomplish our company
s core purpose which is "to serve, secure and care for the people
and businesses in our communities". The Professional Security
Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the
facilities they protect. Our security officers act as a visible
deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and
report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts at or near their
assigned posts which may be a threat to the property, clients,
guests or employees at the site. Although essential activities may
differ based on the facility at which they work, below are some of
the standards: Qualifications/Requirements: Qualified applicants
for the Professional Security Officer position will meet the
minimum requirements, as described below:
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or Verifiable High School Diploma or GED
(Certificates of Completion not acceptable)
- At minimum 5 years of verifiable work experience with 6 months
of security or customer service experience
- No criminal charges in the past 7 years. No open/pending
charges accepted regardless of level.
- Valid guard card/license, as required in the state for which
you are applying.
- Must possess effective written and oral communication and
interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of
personnel and the general public in a professional and effective
manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment
within established guidelines
- Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in
neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
- As a condition of employment, employee must successfully
complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment
drug/alcohol test
- As a condition of continued employment, employee must always
maintain current active status of all required License, and must
always carry the license while on duty
- Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the
client site, calmly and efficiently
- Answer phones or greet guests / employees in a professional,
welcoming manner
- Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use
speech and hearing in communicating with public/co-workers, giving
and receiving instructions, using phones
- Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume
general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)
Physical and Mental Functions:
- Climb and descend stairs to all floors of the hospital in the
event elevators are not accessible due to mechanical issues or
emergency situations.
- Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various
duties
- Assist in lifting patients as needed to either assist nursing
staff or help transport expired patients
- Restrain violent/combative patients to prevent injuries to
themselves and others
- Run as needed
- Work in various environments including adverse outdoor
conditions such as cold, rain or heat; Allied Universal is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status
or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other
basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: If
you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity,
Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using
the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or
require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or
employment process, please contact our local Human Resources
department. To find an office near you, please visit: .
Keywords: Allied Universal, Palm Coast , Hospital Security Officer, Healthcare , Palatka, Florida
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