Security Officer Associate

Corewell Health; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and services

Optional insurance offerings

Retirement options with contributions

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ludington seeks a part-time Security Officer to ensure the safety and security of all patients, visitors, and staff. Responsibilities include patrolling the hospital, monitoring for suspicious activities, and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, a valid Michigan driver's license, and strong communication skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for continuous training and development.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age with a valid Michigan driver license.
• Required to have First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol buildings and grounds to ensure safety.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and suspicious activities.
• Assist with access control and enforce hospital policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Decision-making skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in Public Administration or Criminal Justice

Job description

Job Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all patients, visitors, staff, and hospital property. This role involves patrolling buildings and surrounding grounds, monitoring for suspicious activity, and responding promptly to emergencies, disturbances, and safety hazards. The Security Officer enforces hospital policies and procedures, assists with access control, and provides a reassuring presence to maintain a calm and secure environment. Strong communication, observation, and decision-making skills are essential for success in this role.

Essential Functions

• Maintains highly visible foot and vehicle patrols to detect or deter fire, accidents, violations of hospital policies and criminal acts
• Documents information on incident reports and other required documents in a thorough, factual and timely manner
• Assists employees, visitors, and patients with directions, lost and found items, vehicle assistance, escorts, and other requests for assistance. Provides access control for secured areas
• Communicates, collaborates with, and provides appropriate information to patients, visitors, and members of the health care team
• Manages verbal and physical conflicts using verbal de-escalation, physical presence, restraint techniques or other appropriate legal force options
• Responds to and investigates suspicious, criminal or emergency situations
• Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Completes required ongoing training and education, including department specific requirements. Maintains required licensure and certifications

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 21 years of age with valid Michigan driver license
• LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire
• CRT-First Aid - AHA American Heart Association 180 Days
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 180 Days or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 180 Days

Preferred

• Associate's Degree Public Administration or Criminal Justice
• 2 years of relevant related experience
• Law Enforcement Academy or Military (active duty) experience in an environment of comparable size and complexity

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.

Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Position Details

Primary Location: SITE - Ludington Hospital - 1 Atkinson Dr - Ludington

Department Name: Security - Ludington Hosp

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 24

Hours of Work: Wednesdays: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Every Other Weekend: 12 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Days Worked: Wednesday

Weekend Frequency: Every other weekend

Legal and Equal Employment Opportunity

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 vaccine requirements 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. We are committed to equity and inclusion in all that we do. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.