Public Safety Officer, Nights

Piedmont HealthCare; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont HealthCare is seeking a security professional to support safety and emergency security operations at the Athens facility. The role involves safeguarding students, staff, patients, and visitors, with responsibilities as a first responder to incidents and de-escalation of critical events.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, no experience required though 2 years in general security/public safety is a plus, and necessary certifications such as Taser and Mental Health First

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required; 2 years in general security/public safety preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening.
• Certifications in Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid and others as directed required.
• Georgia POST certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients and property.
• First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Use sound judgment to de-escalate critical events and engage with combative or escalating subjects.

Skills

Safety & security operations

Emergency response

De-escalation

First responder

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

Taser certification

ASP Baton

Mental Health First Aid

Pre-employment screening

POS TOST certification

Job description

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients and property. First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility. Responsible for the safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment in the engagement with combative or escalating subjects.

Qualifications:

Overview:

Experience the advantages of real career change

Join Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams you'll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. You'll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today and help you plan for the future.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients and property. First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility. Responsible for the safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment in the engagement with combative or escalating subjects.

Qualifications:

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required

Work Experience

• No experience required Required
• 2 years experience in general security, military or other public safety experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State & adhere to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500 Upon Hire Required
• IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer within 1 Year Required
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening Required
• Must pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications in Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and others as directed Required
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification Preferred

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital