Security Officer

AtlantiCare; Atlantic City (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

AtlantiCare in Atlantic City is seeking a Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of patients and staff. The ideal candidate will need a High School degree, relevant certifications within specific time frames, and has at least one year of experience, preferably in healthcare.

This role involves extensive security tours and exposure to various environments, demanding excellent communication and interpersonal skills. AtlantiCare offers a generous benefits package, including medical, paid time off, and other incentives.

Qualifications

• FEMA Certification: Incident Command System (IS) required within 6 months.
• CPI required within 6 months of hire or transfer.
• 1 year of security officer experience preferred, preferably in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety and security tours according to established procedures.
• Provide and preserve a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
• Demonstrate ability to perform department-specific competencies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Bilingual Abilities

Knowledge of PCs and related applications

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Security Officer performs safety and security tours according to established Security Department Management Plans and Standard Operating Procedures. The Security Officer provides and preserves a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff at AtlantiCare campuses and facilities.

Qualifications

Education: High School degree or equivalent.

License/Certification: FEMA Certification: Incident Command System (IS) required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer. CPI required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer; once obtained kept current at all times.

• IS 100 Introduction to Incident Command System
• IS-200ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
• IS 700 National Incident Management System (NIMS)
• IS 907 Active Shooter Training
• IAHSS – required within 12 months of hire or transfer

AtlantiCare Security Department Hazardous Materials Training required within 6 months of hire or transfer.

BLS: required effective 4/1/2021. Existing incumbents with HSAED will be required to renew with BLS. All new hires effective this same date are required to have BLS within 6 months of hire or transfer.

Experience: 1 year of security officer experience preferred, preferably within the healthcare environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Bilingual abilities preferred. Knowledge of PC's and related applications required.

1 year of AtlantiCare Security Officer experience preferred. Prior Healthcare service preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other security related applications/programs required.

Performance Expectations

Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Work Environment

Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. Exposure to all weather conditions during patrols and post. Moderate to heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling, continuous walking and standing.

Reporting Relationship

This position reports to department leadership.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, We Believe In Supporting The Whole Person. Our Market-competitive Total Rewards Package Is Designed To Promote The Physical, Emotional, Social, And Financial Well-being Of Our Team Members. We Offer a Comprehensive Suite Of Benefits And Resources, Including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Pay Transparency

In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law" in impacted states, which mandate employers to list salary ranges in job advertisements and promotions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.