Safety and Security Officer

Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc.; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc. (GPHA) is seeking Safety and Security Officers for the Dental Division at 5501 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143. The role supports patient and staff safety in a busy healthcare environment.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of security experience or a formal training certification. CPR certification is required, with strong de-escalation and professional people skills emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must hold a high school diploma or GED.
• At least three years’ experience as a security officer or a security officer training certification.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security for GPHA facilities and patients.
• Handle disruptive patients or visitors with de-escalation techniques.
• Apply preventive intervention to anticipate and resolve potential problems.

Skills

CPR certification

De-escalation

People handling

Safety and security knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Safety and Security Officer

Philadelphia, PA, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1651

Discover a Fulfilling Safety and Security Officer Role at GPHA, Inc.

Founded in 1970 as South Philadelphia Health Action and subsequently incorporated as Greater Philadelphia Health Action, GPHA is a non-profit healthcare organization with a commitment to provide compassionate and affordable healthcare services regardless of an individual’s ability to pay. GPHA is one of the largest Dental providers in Philadelphia and Tri-state area. We are presently seekingSafety and Security Officersin our Dental Division at the 5501 Woodland Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 location.

We are looking for individuals that want to grow and develop with the division.

Candidates must obtain a high school diploma (or GED) and at least three years’ experience as a security officer or certification from a security officer training program. Knowledgeable of Safety and Security requirements and continue learning through it. Must be able to deal with people effectively and professionally. Dealing with disruptive patients or visitors peacefully by applying de-escalation skills. Maintenance and Custodial Services and health center operations. The ability to anticipate a problem/situation and use preventive intervention effectively. CPR certified.

Visit us at www.gphainc.org
GPHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GPHA does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices to include hiring, transferring and promotion practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, handicap, disability, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.