Security Officer

The University of Vermont Health Network; City of Plattsburgh, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Plattsburgh is seeking a Security Officer to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Responsibilities include crime prevention and education, as well as the ability to react in emergencies. Candidates must have a High School Diploma, a valid New York State Driver's License, and be insurable. Previous experience and CPR/BLS certification are preferred. This position requires good verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain neat and accurate reports.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State Driver's License and insurable.
• Must not have any criminal record.
• Prior experience with the general public preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preventing and deterring crime through patrol activity.
• Providing education to reduce victim likelihood.
• Conducting investigations of inappropriate activity.

Skills

Good verbal communication skills

Computer skills

Good judgment during emergencies

Education

High School Diploma

New York State Security 8 Hour Pre-assignment Certificate

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY: Security is responsible for providing services that contribute to the preservation of life, protection of property and overall safety of the Medical Center community. The primary function includes protection of staff, patients and the general public by;

• Preventing and deterring crime through aggressive patrol activity
• Providing education to staff, patients and visitors to reduce the likelihood of becoming victims
• Conducting appropriate, thorough and efficient investigations of any/all inappropriate activity

Security provides assistance in all areas of the Medical Center, offering support in all patient care areas by assisting medical personnel in the maintenance and delivery of care to our patients and assistant to family members.

All Security staff is required to be available for variable shifts, rotations or short notice call for emergency response.

Qualifications

Education/Skills Required:

• High School Diploma required.
• Must have valid New York State Driver\'s License and be insurable.
• Applicant must not have any local, state, federal criminal record.
• New York State Security 8 Hour Pre-assignment Certificate or currently registered NY State Security Guard is preferred.
• Must be eligible to register as New York State Security officer upon hiring.
• Prior experience working with the general public or in related field preferred.
• Prior CPR/BLS certification preferred; current EMT certification a plus.
• Must successfully complete Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations (PMCS) training in the first 30 days of employment.
• Personal vehicle for on-the-job transportation required.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Exercise good judgment in reacting to emergency situations.
• Be able to read, write well and maintain neat and accurate shift reports and logs.
• Possess good verbal communication skills.
• Must read, agree to adhere and sign Security Department Code of Ethics.

As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.