Hospital Security Officer

Border State Security; Newport (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services provider is hiring a Security Officer in Newport, Vermont to ensure the safety of hospital staff and patients. The officer will conduct continuous surveillance, de-escalate threatening scenarios, and assist law enforcement on-site. The ideal candidate must demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to manage aggressive behavior. This role is critical for maintaining a secure environment within the hospital, allowing staff and patients to feel protected.

Qualifications

• Ability to de-escalate situations and manage aggressive behavior.
• Strong observation skills for continuous surveillance.
• Effective communication skills with client staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct continuous surveillance of the hospital campus.
• De-escalate threatening scenarios, including self-defense.
• Assist law enforcement officers on-site.
• Protect hospital staff and patients.
• Communicate ongoing safety concerns and security breaches.

Job description

Overview

The Security Officer is the heart of BORDER STATE SECURITY. Our security officers allow us to accomplish our company's core purpose which is to serve and protect the clients we serve. Our security officers act as a visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; they detect and report suspicious, unsafe or criminal acts which may be a threat to the property, clients, guests or employees at the site.

Responsibilities

• Continuous surveillance of hospital campus
• De-escalating threatening scenarios, including self-defense and defense of others
• Managing aggressive behavior
• Assisting law enforcement officers on site
• Protecting hospital staff and patients
• Checking facility doors
• Ongoing communication with client staff
• Reporting safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances both verbally and in writing
• Assisting with patient transport - may require lifting