Public Safety Officer (Per Diem)

Hartford HealthCare; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Public Safety Officer at Backus Hospital in Norwich, Connecticut. This role involves serving as a guardian for the community by ensuring safety and providing excellent customer service. Responsibilities include managing hazardous situations and supporting patients, visitors, and staff during emergencies. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required along with relevant experience in public safety or similar fields. Join our team to help create a secure environment for everyone.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience in service to the public or patients.
• Valid driver's license and an excellent driving record.
• CT Guard Card or application pending.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and ensure a safe environment.
• Prevent and manage hazardous situations.
• Support resources during emergencies.

Skills

Customer service

Crisis management

Emergency response

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location Detail

Backus Hospital (10309)

Job Summary

Public Safety Officers serve as front line guardians to the Hartford HealthCare Community by providing customer service and ensuring our environments are safe, secure and more prepared for all of our patients, visitors, colleagues, clinicians and physicians. Public Safety Officers are equipped to prevent hazardous situations with their presence, respond and manage hazardous and emergency situations and provide support and resources when situations are successfully managed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of relevant experience in service to the public or patients (public safety, corrections, first responder, military, mental health worker/technician or other similar healthcare patient facing role)
• Related volunteer or degree programs may be substituted for experience based on hiring manager discretion
• Valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record
• Valid CT Guard Card or documentation of submission of CT Guard Card application with expectation to receive CT Guard Card within 90 days of hire
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English