Security Officer – Behavioral Health

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Security Officer for its Wichita hospital to provide a safe environment for employees and visitors. You will monitor security threats, manage incidents, and train staff on safety protocols. Join a leading healthcare provider committed to community well-being.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification preferred.
• Law Enforcement certification preferred.
• 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive monitoring of potential security threats.
• Investigate and document security incidents.
• Train staff on emergency management processes.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Behavioral Health / Security
• Schedule: Full Time, 36 hours weekly, 3 12 hour shifts 7am – 7pm or 7pm – 7am, including weekends
• Hospital: Ascension Via Christi St Joseph
• Location: Wichita, KS

What You Will Do

Provide security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.

Responsibilities:

• Perform proactive monitoring of and timely responses to potential/actual security threats.
• Investigate, document and manage security incidents and hazards.
• Maintain knowledge/follow policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness plans. May facilitate planned drills and simulations.
• Trains and mentor staff on environment of care and emergency management processes and procedures. Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety.
• Provide for traffic and parking enforcement within campus area and participate in patrols.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• For those security officers who are responsible for operating a vehicle, operate in a safe and responsible manner to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drivers License preferred.
• Law Enforcement preferred.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed from the Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc preferred.
• Security Professional preferred.
• Security Guard preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• Behavioral Health, Security, or customer service experience preferred.
• Conflict resolution experience is a plus.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.