Hospital Security Officer: Protect, Respond & De-Escalate

Carle-Health; Wyton (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, visitors, and staff at our Illinois facilities. The role involves patrols of hospital grounds, responding to emergencies, and enforcing access control with proper ID badges.

Candidates must hold an Illinois Driver's License, FOID, CPI training, and BLS certification within stated timeframes. The department offers a structured environment with clear post orders and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Driver's license valid in Illinois (ILSOS).
• FOID card within 6 months (ISP).
• CPI training within 3 months (CPI).
• BLS certification within 30 days (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Performs productive security patrols of the hospital, garage and perimeter.
• Recognizes conditions compromising security and mitigates.
• Reports and corrects safety violations encountered during patrols.
• Proactively mitigates thefts, disturbances, and criminal incidents.
• Checks visitors and team members wear proper identification badges/passes.
• Notifies supervisor of security/safety problems.
• Follows post orders for all positions and submits work orders.
• Responds to emergency calls for service promptly.
• Maintains evidence and scene integrity per policies.

Education

Driver's license (Illinois)

FOID within 6 months

CPI training within 3 months

BLS within 30 days

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, visitors, and staff at our Illinois facilities. The role involves patrols of hospital grounds, responding to emergencies, and enforcing access control with proper ID badges.

Candidates must hold an Illinois Driver's License, FOID, CPI training, and BLS certification within stated timeframes. The department offers a structured environment with clear post orders and safety protocols.