Hospital Protective Services Officer

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH seeks a Police Officer to provide protective services across hospital facilities. You will escort, patrol, enforce policies, and respond to emergencies while maintaining safety and security for patients, visitors, and staff.

The role requires a valid driver's license, BLS certification, and Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy credentials within stated timelines. Experience in security or law enforcement is preferred, with training in crisis intervention and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and state certification requirements apply.
• BLS Basic Life Support and Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy certification within specified timelines.
• 1–3 years of security, law enforcement, or military experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide internal and external safety/police functions across hospital facilities.
• Escort patients, visitors, and staff; patrol grounds and parking areas.
• Enforce hospital policies and respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Monitor CCTV; document incidents and complete activity logs.
• Engage in de-escalation and crisis intervention as needed.
• Maintain proficiency with issued equipment and firearms; complete training as required.

Skills

MS Word

Public safety

Report writing

Crisis intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree (preferred)

Tools

Radio communication systems

Access control software

Surveillance systems

Job description

Mercy Health in Youngstown, OH seeks a Police Officer to provide protective services across hospital facilities. You will escort, patrol, enforce policies, and respond to emergencies while maintaining safety and security for patients, visitors, and staff.

The role requires a valid driver's license, BLS certification, and Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy credentials within stated timelines. Experience in security or law enforcement is preferred, with training in crisis intervention and