Security Officer

Security Officer

Job Description

Security Officer

The Contract Security Officer I position will provide daily rounds, including egress/ingress control of Civil Hospital, Forensic Hospital and the client Community Protection & Treatment Center, as well as the rest of the campus, while providing a physically safe and secure environment. 

Duties:
– Responding to, and participating in, various codes, drills and other emergencies, building/mall safety inspections and customer service, as circumstances dictate
– Will be rotated through various assigned posts or as a campus interior rover
– Assisting in patient interventions in any way possible to show support to staff
– Problem-solves, and assists in resolving patient conflict as appropriate
– Encourages proper Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) methods to unit staff as well as provides timely information and feedback to on-duty Hospital Security Supervisor, and others as/if necessary
– May be involved with vehicle and radio maintenance, safety inspections and related documentation.

Skills:
- Receiving, transmitting, and carrying out written or verbal directives
- Effective verbal de-escalation techniques and language
- Evacuation procedures including the use of fire extinguishers and their operation
- Proper investigation and report writing
- Monitoring and operating electronic cameras or other safety related equipment such as using radio communication equipment, telephones, and emergency numbers
- Respond to Hospital related codes and able to provide verbal and/or physical intervention in critical patient interactions
- Maintain interpersonal relationships with patients/residents, staff, and other law enforcement personnel and visitors
- Interpret and apply policies and procedures
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Perform physical duties such as lifting and carrying
- Support a diverse multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment

Notes:

(Night Shift 9pm-7am)

This Position will be 40 Hours a week, with four (4) 10HR Shifts.

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.