Security Officer

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 45,460; Part time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation in Boston, MA is seeking a Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role involves patrolling assigned areas, enforcing regulations, and reporting safety concerns.

You may assist in restraining individuals and coordinating with law enforcement as required. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice preferred and 3–5 years of security or related experience.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice preferred.
• Experience: 3-5 years in hospital, security, EMS or customer service preferred.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas with focus on security and safety.
• Identify unsafe conditions and prevent theft or damage to property.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Investigate thefts and incidents, detain suspects when appropriate, and coordinate with law enforcement.
• Prepare accurate written reports and logs; inform supervisor of incidents.
• Maintain custody of valuables and evidence; ensure safekeeping.
• Operate dispatch using security systems and coordinate responses.
• Assist in medical emergencies and, when needed, restrain patients.
• Participate in departmental committees as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Written communication

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Database software

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Summary Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for and reporting potential safety hazards and unusual occurrences in a timely manner through patrol of assigned areas. Investigate complaints or potential criminal conduct; assist in restraining patients as necessary; provide protective services. Possesses and exhibits excellent customer service skills. If applicable, responsible for the arrest of criminal suspects under the authority of State Special Police license.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Patrols assigned areas, giving particular attention to those areas where security problems have occurred.


• Identifies unsafe conditions and improperly secured areas/property to help prevent theft, injuries or damages to Hospital property, patients, visitors and employees.


• Maintains strict confidentiality standards at all times.


• Investigates thefts, shortages, and other complaints involving potential criminal misconduct by questioning individuals involved with specific incidents; notifies appropriate law enforcement agencies of potential/real civil or criminal misconduct and detains suspicious individuals as appropriate; when authorized, will make arrests as appropriate; participates in subsequent court proceedings as required.


• Prepares and submits written reports in a complete and accurate manner; makes notations in the log of all incidents; keeps the Supervisor informed at all times.


• Maintains accountability for valuables/property and forms of evidence coming into the incumbent's custody; ensures safekeeping; maintains documentation.


• Performs as Dispatcher utilizing "state-of-the-art" integrated security systems; radio dispatches personnel to respond to occurrences and phone calls for assistance; provides and maintains documentation.


• Participates in assistance with workplace and domestic victims; responds to medical emergencies; when authorized, assists in the restraint of patients; involved in the protection of dignitaries; controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.


• Voluntary participation in various departmental committees, task forces, and teams.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Experience: Experience in hospital, security/police, emergency medical or customer services 3-5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Recognize, acknowledge, respect, and effectively interact with all people, establish positive relationships, and gain the trust and respect of others.


• Ability to deal with and effectively de-escalate anxious/stressed people and manage aggression.


• Works effectively both independently and in teams. Able to multitask.


• Strong problem-solving skills.


• Critical and analytical thinking, good judgment, prioritization, industriousness, and creative solutions for positive outcomes.


• Customer service skills: accessible, energetic, concerned, empathetic, positive attitude, collaborative, and flexible.


• Displays a positive image, tact, and diplomacy, actively listens, and articulates effectively.


• Demonstrates the understanding of community policing, risk analysis, and crime prevention concepts and practices.


• Strong writing skills to provide and maintain documentation to support data.


• Intermediate computer skills: typing and use of database software.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)


• Walking Frequently (34-66%)


• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)


• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)


• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs


• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)


• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)


• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)


• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)


• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)


• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)


• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)


• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)


• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)


• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)


• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)


• Talking Constantly (67-100%)


• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

300 First Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

16

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

Grade

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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