Security Officer

Corewell Health

Wayne (MI)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Corewell Health's Wayne Hospital seeks a dedicated security professional to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors on hospital grounds and nearby properties. Under supervision, you will enforce policies, monitor security operations, and respond to emergencies with coordination across hospital departments.

The role requires Michigan PA 330 certification where applicable, arrest authority for felonies and misdemeanors, and the use of defensive tactics to safeguard people and

Qualifications

Two to three years’ law-enforcement related work experience as a police officer; hospital security, corporate security, reserve police officer or military police
Ability to take charge and direct others in emergencies or other dangerous incidents
ECD use - requires approval and authorization by the Director - requires a current Carry Pistol License (CPL) license and successful completion of the specialized Taser Training Course
MI State MI Driver's License Upon Hire
CRT-BLS - AHA 90 Days
CRT-AED - UNKNOWN 90 Days
CRT-First Aid - AHA 90 Days

Responsibilities

Patrol campus on foot and in vehicle; assist patients, visitors, and employees and enforce hospital rules and policies
Work with Security Operations Center monitoring phones, alarms, cameras, and radio traffic
Prepare and send safety and security reports to management
Investigate suspected crimes on hospital grounds and coordinate with law enforcement
Provide security escorts for employees, visitors, or patients as needed
Respond to routine inquiries and manage access to restricted areas
Use de-escalation techniques to prevent violence and protect staff and patients
Assist nursing staff with patient management and authorized restraint procedures

Skills

Emergency leadership

Verbal de-escalation

Observation and surveillance

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPL license

BLS certification

AED/First Aid training

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining a safe and peaceful environment for all individuals on hospital property. Under general supervision and following standardized policies and procedures, is responsible for maintaining a secure and orderly environment and protection of the grounds and off‑site buildings for Corewell Health, to include safety of all employees, visitors, and patients. This position may require Armed Security Officers to obtain Public Act 330 certification and will be able to arrest for misdemeanors offenses and must complete the Michigan State Police PA 330 certification requirements.

Job Summary

Essential Functions

Patrol campus on foot and in vehicle (or on bike as assigned). Offers such assistance as unlocking doors inside or doing motor assists outside, is ever observant to suspicious activities and security violations
Accepts and performs various duties at assigned post and assists patients, visitors, and employees. Enforces rules, regulations, and policies of the hospital as appropriate
Works by assisting in the Security Operations Center monitoring phones, alarms, cameras, and radio traffic
Provides statistical safety and security reporting to internal customers and senior management regarding safety and security performance, improvement strategies/initiatives, and compliance issues as required
Completes assigned or self-generated reports or logs daily on all activities, irregularities, and investigations; logs all calls and accepts and logs all lost articles. Sends reports to managers and executives
Investigates suspected crimes on the hospital grounds and off-site locations, prepares reports, and evaluates pertinent data and other necessary documentation. Co-operates with law enforcement on complaints
Provides security escorts and other assistance to employees, visitors or patients as conditions warrant for safety or as assigned
Responds to routine inquiries and directs visitors to appropriate areas, prevents unauthorized access to restricted areas
Use proactive non-violent verbal de-escalation skills to neutralize volatile situations involving patients, staff, and visitors without escalating the event into a violent incident.
Assists nursing staff with physical management/ restraint of patients as ordered by a physician
In dealing with non-patient aggressors, use defensive tactics and approved MCOLES force continuum if necessary to safeguard lives and well-being of staff, patients, and visitors
May be required to possess, carry, and utilize Conduit Electronic Weapons, tasers, and other weapons in conjunction with the MCOLES force continuum as determined by Corewell Health policy
May provide CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)/ first aid in the event of a medical emergency on the grounds or in public areas until trained medical staff can arrive from the Emergency Department (acute care) or Local Fire Department (ambulatory) as per EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act) law
Assist Emergency Department staff with Hazmat/Decontamination procedures to include donning and doffing of PAPR’s/Tyvek suits and providing security and keeping order in the decontamination area
Reports and responds to incidents of fire and/or safety hazards
Inspects firefighting apparatus, extinguishers; helps with regularly scheduled fire, disaster, and other emergency drills.
Releases patient remains to appropriate agencies or funeral homes

At locations where PA 330 is in place, all the above essential duties plus:

Diligently and appropriately utilize Police Authority to arrest for both felonies and misdemeanors on Corewell Health Property under Michigan Law (PA 330)
Diligently and appropriately utilize citation / ticket writing and ordinance enforcement authority under Michigan Law (PA 330) and local city ordinances.

Qualifications

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two to three years’ law-enforcement related work experience as a police officer; hospital security, corporate security, reserve police officer or military police
The ability to take charge and direct others in emergencies or other dangerous incidents
Electronic Control Devices (ECD) use - requires approval and authorization by the Director -requires a current Carry Pistol License (CPL) license and successful completion of the specialized Taser Training Course
LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire
CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA (American Heart Association) 90 Days
CRT-Automated External Defibrillator (AED) - UNKNOWN Unknown 90 Days
CRT-First Aid - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days

Preferred

Graduation from a state regulated Police Academy. May consider other experiences related to crowd control and security.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Wayne Hospital - 33155 Annapolis - Wayne

Department Name

Security - Wayne Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

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