SECURITY OFFICER (830)

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health is seeking Security Officers to protect patients, visitors, employees, and physicians while maintaining a safe environment in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma, BLS within 30 days, and a valid Illinois driver’s license with a clean driving record. Excellent communication and de-escalation skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS Certification within 30 days of placement is required.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and acceptable MH Fleet Safety Policy driving record.

Responsibilities

• Protect patients, visitors, employees, and physicians.
• Maintain a safe environment through patrols and monitoring.
• Communicate effectively with diverse individuals, including handling emotional situations.

Skills

Communication

De-escalation

Confidentiality

Situational assessment

Customer service

Active listening

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type

On-site

Job Description Summary

Are you passionate about protecting others and maintaining a safe environment? Memorial Health is hiring Security Officers to help ensure the safety and well-being of our patients, visitors, employees, and physicians. This is more than just a security role—it's an opportunity to make a real difference in your community every day.

Education

• High School Diploma, or the equivalency, is required.

Licensure/Certification/Registry

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of job placement is required.
• Must possess valid Illinois driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MH Fleet Safety Policy.
• Five year MVR will be required). Must be able to operate automatic shift vehicle.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in security, military or law enforcement is strongly preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Skill in effectively communicating, verbally and in writing, with a diverse range of people including the proper handling of emotional situations and needs is required.
• Skill in using customer service and active listening techniques is required.
• Skill in applying de-escalation techniques is required.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality is required.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations quickly and effectively is required.
• Ability to physically perform sustained foot patrols, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, lifting patients, and restraining patients or prisoners as necessary is required.
• Ability to operate computer systems including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) is required.

Pay Transparency

$17.14 - $26.56 Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

Memorial Health also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes paid time off, 401(k) match, and health/ dental/ vision insurance options.

All benefits can be found at https://jobs.memorial.health/about/benefits/

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially.