Security Officer

nyuhs; Town of Walton (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

United Health Services in the Town of Walton, NY, is seeking a per diem Security Officer to maintain a safe healthcare environment. You will greet visitors, provide issue management and support, and deter disruptions while safeguarding staff, patients, visitors and property.

You may respond to alarms, handle emergencies, and de-escalate tense confrontations on site. This role is per diem with hours assigned by a manager; compensation ranges by experience, with no benefits attached.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or 3 years of Security Officer experience in lieu.
• Valid NYS ID or driver's license if operating a vehicle while on duty.
• CPR/Basic First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and provide customer service in a healthcare setting.
• Respond to alarms and emergency requests on site.
• De-escalate confrontations and manage safety incidents.
• Safeguard staff, patients, visitors and hospital property.
• Assist in issue management and support when needed.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Issue management

Safety awareness

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma

Security experience in lieu of education

Job description

Position Overview

The Security Officer plays a key role in maintaining a safe healthcare environment. Not only is customer service a part of their job description, as they are the first to greet visitors who come into the facilities but so is handling confrontations and providing issue management and support. The variety of security and safety related tasks encompass the safeguarding of employees, patients, visitors, providers and property, and they include responding to alarms, emergency requests, de-escalation tactics, and resolving safety incidents. At times, it will be expected that Security Officers manage agitated or aggressive patients or visitors.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit: Security Services, UHS Delaware Valley Hospital

Work Shift and Schedule: This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.

Compensation Range: $21.31 - $30.90 per hour, depending on experience

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• OR
• Will accept 3 years of Security Officer experience in lieu of education requirement

Preferred:

• One year experience in a Security related field.

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record if candidate will be driving a vehicle while working, or if not, must have a valid NYS ID Card
• Must meet requirements of New York State Security Guard Licensing program and successfully pass within 3 months of hire.
• CPR/Basic First Aid Certification. There is a 3-month grace period from date of hire for candidates to complete CPR/Basic First Aid certification

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York's Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region's population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission-we'd love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.