Relational Security Officer

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Interior Health in Kelowna is seeking multiple casual Relational Security Officers to join our team and help protect persons and property.

Under supervision, you will patrol, monitor CCTV, respond to emergencies, document incidents, and liaise with local authorities. This role offers varied shifts with no guaranteed hours and requires a BC Security Guard License with handcuff endorsement.

Qualifications

• Current BC Security Guard License with applicable handcuff endorsement.
• One year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Patrols buildings and grounds; monitor surveillance equipment and CCTV; enforce regulations and procedures.
• Responds to emergencies such as Fire/Disaster Plan; assesses situation and acts with medical staff.
• Investigates, resolves and reports disturbances using non-violent interventions; documents incidents.
• Provides security for patients and staff; offers security escort as required; responds to requests for assistance.
• Keeps daily log of events and prepares detailed reports.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Team supervision

Physical fitness

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Written reports

Education

BC Security Guard License with handcuff endorsement

Job description

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking multiple casual Relational Security Officers to join their team in Kelowna!

Watch the video about our Relational Security Team to see why this is great opportunity - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDUBjdpAspc

Casual Employees are not guaranteed hours of work, and shifts can range from 0-37.5 hours per week on an as-needed basis.

Job Summary

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization and under the supervision of the Supervisor, Relational Security, the Relational Security Officer maintains and enforces security of persons and property in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Patrols buildings and grounds, including utilizing computerized surveillance equipment and video monitoring systems. Enforces regulations and security procedures. Identifies risks, safety and security hazards and takes appropriate action. Checks doors, windows and entrances, securing same to prevent unauthorized entrance by others.
• Responds to emergencies such as the Interior Health Disaster Plan, fire, and physically aggressive patients; assesses the situation, consults with medical staff and others, and takes appropriate action as required.
• Investigates, resolves and reports disturbances utilizing non-violent interventions. Documents and reports incidents in accordance with established Protection Services procedures.
• Provides security for Interior Health patients, as requested by the patient care team, to maintain a safe and orderly workplace. Provides security escort for staff and patients as required. Responds to requests for assistance from staff, patients and the public.
• Participates in photo identification and security system programs through methods such as taking staff photos, card access information and entering database information.
• Utilizes and operates photo identification, access control, CCTV and other security system programs.
• Provides pre/post flight safety inspections of heliports following appropriate departmental procedures.
• Liaises with fire, police and other related community officials regarding fire and security protocol, response, incidents and investigations per department guidelines.
• Maintains a daily log of events and prepares detailed reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualfications

Education, Training and Experience:

Current BC Security Guard License with applicable handcuff endorsement. One year recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to supervise.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.