Night Shift Hospital Security Lead

Trinity Health; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England's Saint Mary's Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a Security Officer to oversee the daily operations of the night shift, ensure safety, supervise contract personnel, and uphold hospital policies.

The role requires high school diploma, 1-3 years healthcare security, CPI certification, Windows knowledge, and a valid driver's license; strong customer service and de-escalation skills are essential; compensation ranges $18.70–$28.05 per hour with full benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) to three (3) years of previous healthcare security experience in a related setting.
• Crisis Prevention Institute certification required upon hire or must obtain within one (1) year of employment through internal certification program.
• Knowledge of PC based applications in a Windows environment.
• Valid driver's license required to drive hospital vehicles.
• Excellent customer services skills. Ability to think and act quickly to de-escalate hostile situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversees activities of subordinate personnel engaged in providing safety and security of all persons and property for patients, visitors, and colleagues. Routinely inspects and responds appropriately so the facilities and grounds are safe for all patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Monitors all in-house and contract security personnel for the standards of appearance, deportment, training, and performance and takes appropriate steps to ensure compliance with standards laid down in the Hospital's policies, procedures, directives, and the contractor's written Standard Operating Procedure and contract.
• Assures implementation of Hospital-wide Security and Safety program. Recommends changes to policies and procedures as necessary in order to increase safety and to ensure compliance with regulations established by outside agencies.
• As directed by Lieutenant, trains hospital or contracted colleagues as necessary. Assists Lieutenant with evaluating the performance of the contract and non-contracted colleagues. As guided by the Lieutenant, takes appropriate steps to make sure the contractor is adhering to the agreed-on terms and conditions of the contract.
• Perform all additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

CPI certification

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPI certification (certified)

Tools

Windows PC applications

Job description

Trinity Health Of New England's Saint Mary's Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a Security Officer to oversee the daily operations of the night shift, ensure safety, supervise contract personnel, and uphold hospital policies.

The role requires high school diploma, 1-3 years healthcare security, CPI certification, Windows knowledge, and a valid driver's license; strong customer service and de-escalation skills are essential; compensation ranges $18.70–$28.05 per hour with full benefits.