Healthcare Security Officer: Protect, Respond, De-escalate

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Security Officer to respond to emergencies, monitor facilities, and enforce safety policies. You will perform patrols, access control, and escorts for patients and staff, while documenting incidents and maintaining logs.

The role requires de-escalation skills, independent judgment, and the ability to work in high-pressure situations. The ideal candidate has a High School diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and may hold CHSO certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CHSO certification or equivalent valued.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be 18+ with valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Respond to security emergencies and alarms; take action per procedures.
• Patrol facilities; monitor access control; escort patients, visitors and staff.
• Investigate incidents; prepare written reports.
• De-escalate behavioral health emergencies; provide physical interventions as directed.
• Coordinate emergency drills and work with law enforcement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English language

Follow complex instructions

Independent work

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

CHSO certification valued

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV / Cameras

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Security Officer to respond to emergencies, monitor facilities, and enforce safety policies. You will perform patrols, access control, and escorts for patients and staff, while documenting incidents and maintaining logs.

The role requires de-escalation skills, independent judgment, and the ability to work in high-pressure situations. The ideal candidate has a High School diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and may hold CHSO certification.