Security Officer

Misericordia Heart of Mercy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Roth 401(k) with 2% match

Referral bonus

Professional training & development

Career growth opportunities

Childcare resource referrals

Job summary

Misericordia Heart of Mercy seeks Security Officers to protect and support a community of residents and staff on a continuous basis. You will respond to radio and phone requests, enforce security policies, and act with professionalism across shifts.

A minimum of 2 years in security, a high school diploma, and required credentials are essential. The role offers competitive base pay, AM/PM schedules, and comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental insurance, 401(k) plans, and training

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 2 years of security experience.
• Valid PERC card required before consideration.
• Valid driver's license required before consideration.
• 20-hour basic security training certificate.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Trustworthy and responsible.
• Ability to follow instructions precisely and promptly.
• Highly professional at all times.
• Ability to work both as a team and independently.
• Ability to make reasonable decisions independently and formulate strong, well-thought-out courses of action in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain safety on campus.
• Respond to requests made via Misericordia's radio and cell phone.
• Respond to direct requests relating to security's official duties and responsibilities.
• Complete tasks assigned pertaining to security's policies and procedures, both written and expressed.
• Follow instructions precisely and promptly.
• Make reasonable decisions independently.
• Formulate strong, well-thought-out courses of action in emergency situations.
• Work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with residents, families, coworkers, and other professionals.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.

Skills

Clear communication

Teamwork

Decision making under pressure

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PERC card

Driver's license

20-hour basic security training

Job description

What if your career could give you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day by keeping a community safe?

At Misericordia, Security Officers do much more than patrol a campus. You establish and maintain safety for more than 600 residents, their families, and the staff who support them, and you are a trusted, professional presence on campus around the clock.

As a Security Officer, you will respond to requests made via Misericordia's radio and cell phone, as well as direct requests related to security's official duties and responsibilities. You will work both as part of a team and independently, using sound judgment to keep our community safe.

Experienced security professionals are welcome. At least 2 years of security experience is required.

Why Join Misericordia?

• Meaningful work:Help keep a community of children and adults with developmental disabilities safe, secure, and thriving.
• Make an impact:Your professionalism and quick, thoughtful decisions protect residents, families, and staff every day.
• Supportive team:Work alongside fellow security officers and a supervisor, and collaborate with Misericordia staff across campus.
• Career growth:Take advantage of professional training and opportunities to grow throughout the organization.
• Education support:Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

As a Security Officer, You Will:

• Establish and maintain safety on campus
• Respond to requests made via Misericordia's radio and cell phone
• Respond to direct requests relating to security's official duties and responsibilities
• Complete tasks assigned pertaining to security's policies and procedures, both written and expressed
• Follow instructions precisely and promptly
• Make reasonable decisions independently
• Formulate strong, well-thought-out courses of action in emergency situations
• Work effectively both as part of a team and independently
• Communicate clearly and effectively with residents, families, coworkers, and other professionals
• Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times

Training and Professional Development

Misericordia is committed to helping employees continue to learn and grow.

Security Officers have access to professional training and development opportunities designed to strengthen their skills and support career growth throughout the organization.

You will work with experienced professionals across Misericordia while gaining hands-on experience in a unique residential community setting.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma required
• At least 2 years of security experience
• Valid PERC card required before consideration
• Valid driver's license required before consideration
• 20-hour basic security training certificate
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Trustworthy and responsible
• Ability to follow instructions both precisely and promptly
• Highly professional at all times
• Ability to work both as a team and independently
• Ability to make reasonable decisions independently and formulate strong, well-thought-out courses of action in emergency situations

Pay

Base Pay

• Security Officer: $20.00

Schedule

• AM:6 a.m. to 2 p.m. (works at least 2 weekends a month)
• PM:2 p.m. to 10 p.m. (off Wednesdays and Thursdays; works all weekends)
• Qualifying benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company matching
• Roth 401(k) with 2% match and tax-free withdrawals after retirement
• Referral bonus
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Opportunities for career growth
• Referrals to state-funded resources that provide childcare support

About Misericordia

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is home to more than 600 children and adults with mild to profound developmental disabilities. Our community provides a supportive environment designed to maximize each resident's potential while meeting their individual needs. Many of the people we serve also have physical disabilities and require specialized care.

At Misericordia, every member of our team plays an important role in creating a community where residents can thrive.

Misericordia is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.