Healthcare Security Officer I

sih; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SIH is seeking a Security Officer to protect employees, patients, visitors, and property. The role enforces safety rules, responds to emergencies, and supports incident management across hospital campuses and off-site properties.

Responsibilities include hazard detection, investigation, and rapid response to critical situations, with emphasis on professional conduct and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Valid Illinois license that meets SIH Driver and Fleet Management.
• Basic computer skills.
• Read and write detailed reports.
• Able to respond calmly and operate efficiently in emergencies.
• Professional and courteous with staff and public of all ages.
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Serves as physical deterrent and visible presence to maintain safety.
• Detects, reports, investigates and mitigates hazards on campuses and properties.
• Responds quickly to highly stressful emergency situations.
• Assists in Incident Command, duress alarms, and conflicts.
• Employs reasonable non-deadly force per policy and law.
• Prioritizes calls for service based on safety needs.
• Confronts, assesses, and deters threats as needed.

Skills

Public safety

De-escalation

Emergency response

Report writing

Communication

Education

High School graduate

Tools

CMS reporting systems

Job description

SIH is seeking a Security Officer to protect employees, patients, visitors, and property. The role enforces safety rules, responds to emergencies, and supports incident management across hospital campuses and off-site properties.

Responsibilities include hazard detection, investigation, and rapid response to critical situations, with emphasis on professional conduct and confidentiality.