Security Officer Evenings

Trinity Health Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a vigilant Security Officer for the evening shift in Des Moines, IA to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. You will patrol, monitor premises and respond to incidents, maintaining calm and professional conduct.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, security or military background, and a valid driver’s license. Training in mandatory reporting, BLS, and safety procedures is required within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED.
• Security, police and/or military experience; background may be substituted.
• Valid driver’s license and be at least 18; meet vehicle safety standards.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training completed within 3 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 3 months of hire.
• ASP, handcuffing, and pepper spray certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, reports and documents safety hazards and handles irregularities as assigned by Supervisor.
• Initiates investigations into incidents or criminal activity and submits information to law enforcement as directed.
• Manages inventory, pickup, transport and storage of patient valuables and after-hours deposits.
• Maintains storage and records of lost, found and stolen property for visitors, patients and employees.
• Controls disruptive or violent individuals and summons police if necessary; provides directions and escort as needed.
• Provides traffic control as needed.
• Operates required vehicle(s) safely to perform duties.

Skills

Security experience

Driver's license

Mandatory Reporter training

BLS certification

ASP/handcuffing/pepper spray

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening Shift

Description

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

Essential Functions

• Identifies, reports and documents safety hazards and handles such hTegularities as assigned by Supervisor in a manner prescribed by hospital and department policy.
• Initiates investigations into incidents or activities of criminal nature and submits appropriate information to law enforcement agencies as directed.
• Assumes responsibility for proper inventory, pickup, transport and storage of patient valuables and after hour patient deposits.
• Maintains storage and records of lost, found and stolen property of visitors, patient and employees.
• Controls loud, disorderly, physically aggressive, violent patients or visitors on a consistent basis and summons police to assist if necessary. Provides accurate directions, information and, if necessary, escort to the public.
• Provides traffic control, as needed.
• Operates required vehicle(s) in a safe manner to perform required duties of the position.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• High school degree or GED.
• Security, police and/or military experience. Cunently emolled/degree in law enforcement or police science studies may be substituted for experience. Any equivalent background.
• Valid Driver's/Chauffeurs License required, must meet Mercy's Motor Vehicle Safety Staudards, must be at least 18 years of age aud be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within tlu·ee (3) months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• ASP, handcuffing, aud pepper spray certified or obtained within tlu·ee (3) months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.