Security Officer 1 (Scottish Rite)

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Security personnel to manage the safety and security of the facility. The role includes patrolling, responding to emergencies, and maintaining order while adhering to established procedures and regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to keeping children safe and secure as part of the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, or customer service.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Certification in Heartsaver CPR or BLS CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned location to check for irregularities.
• Respond to incidents including fire and medical emergencies.
• Write accurate incident reports documenting investigatory steps.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to detail

Empathic listening

Alertness and Observation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

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Work Shift

Variable

Work Day(s)

Variable

Shift Start Time

Variable

Shift End Time

Variable

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Manages the collaboration infrastructure and solutions, including design, planning, installation, troubleshooting, testing, monitoring, reporting, maintenance, and support, in accordance with IS&T standards and industry best practices. Part of a team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining a scalable, highly available collaboration and voice infrastructure that meets business objectives and SLAs.

Experience

• 2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, fire, military, safety, EMS, or customer service

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Valid Georgia driver’s license with clean driving record
• Heartsaver CPR or BLS CPR at orientation or within 3 months of employment
• Successfully pass crisis prevention and handcuffing training within 12 months of employment
• International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety basic certification within 6 months of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to write complete, accurate, and concise incident reports
• Ability to function independently of constant supervision
• Ability to provide sound judgment and confidentiality in handling sensitive information
• Attention to detail and organization
• Calm under stress
• Problem-solving
• Empathic listening
• Alertness and Observation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and the use of a personal computer

Job Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned location on foot or in vehicle, checking and reporting irregularities of security and safety issues, policy compliance, parking concerns, and other matters.
• Preserves order and may enforce regulations and directives for the hospital concerning personnel, visitors, patients, and premises.
• Protects evidence or scene of incidents such as accidents, emergencies, or security investigations.
• Responds as first responder to incidents including fire, medical emergencies, bomb threats, flooding, hazardous materials, weather, and other emergencies.
• Intervenes in high-stress crisis situations such as assistance to officers/medical staff, patient elopements, physical assaults, behavioral health de-escalations, and abductions.
• Assists various departments and law enforcement in the protection and safety of personnel, patients, visitors, and property.
• Investigates incidents reported by employees, visitors, physicians, and patients, and reports all incidents verbally or via incident reports by end of shift.
• Writes accurate, clear, and grammatically correct incident reports, documenting investigatory steps and results.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic covered by law.

Primary Location Address

1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Security