Public Safety Officer I - Healthcare Security & Care

Southcoast Health; Wareham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

Earned Time Off

Job summary

Southcoast Health in Wareham, MA is seeking a Public Safety Officer I to help protect patients, staff and hospital property. You will patrol campus, guard access points, enforce safety policies and respond to emergencies on site, ensuring a secure environment.

The position operates on a 24-hour shift framework with a day shift from 6:45am to 3:15pm and regular weekend/holiday rotations. It offers professional growth through De‑Escalation, CPR, First Responder, and Massachusetts Special Police

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associate's degree preferred.
• Military, security, corrections, police, or related experience a plus.
• Valid MA Driver's License required.
• Ability to obtain MA Special Police Officer powers within required period.
• MOAB de-escalation, OC spray, handcuffing, baton training within 120 days of hire.
• BLS, CPR and First Responder certification within 120 days of hire.
• IAHSS Basic Officer Certification within one year of appointment.
• Must be vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19 or approved exemption.
• Eligible to become Special Police Officer under MA law.

Responsibilities

• Protect and secure SHS assets and people on hospital property.
• Guard against fire, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry at access points.

Skills

MOAB De‑Escalation Training

OC Pepper

Handcuffing

BLS/CPR

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Southcoast Health in Wareham, MA is seeking a Public Safety Officer I to help protect patients, staff and hospital property. You will patrol campus, guard access points, enforce safety policies and respond to emergencies on site, ensuring a secure environment.

The position operates on a 24-hour shift framework with a day shift from 6:45am to 3:15pm and regular weekend/holiday rotations. It offers professional growth through De‑Escalation, CPR, First Responder, and Massachusetts Special Police