Security Officer, full time, nights

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a full-time Security Officer in Bel Air. This role involves interacting with behavioral patients and requires strong de-escalation skills. The successful candidate will work nights and must have a high school diploma and active BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Must be able to achieve Maryland State Police approval.
• Prefer current Maryland Security Guard Card.
• One year of related experience (Law Enforcement, Correctional Officer).

Responsibilities

• Interact with Behavioral Patients using de-escalation techniques.
• Utilize Crisis Prevention Institute physical techniques as necessary.
• Control aggressive patients for therapeutic intervention.

Skills

Behavioral de-escalation skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active BLS certification

Maryland Security Guard Card

Job description

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Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD

The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD

The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD

The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Job Description

Security Officer, Upper Chesapeake - Bel Air, full time, nights

11PM - 7:30AM Every other weekend

JOB SUMMARY: Interacts with Behavioral Patients to decrease the emotional, physical and mental stress levels of a situation using verbal and non-verbal de-escalation techniques and if necessary, utilizing Crisis Prevention Institute physical techniques to bring the aggressive Patient under control for further therapeutic clinical intervention.

Qualifications

Education & Training: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Active BLS certification is required. Must be able to achieve Maryland State Police approval and obtain Maryland Security Guard Card within 90 days of hire. Current Maryland Security Guard Card preferred.

Work Orientation & Experience: One (1) year of related experience (Law Enforcement, Correctional Officer or Milieu experience) is required.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to read, write, analyze and interpret security reports. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in a variety of situations. Must be able to interpret a range of instructions furnished in written, oral or schedule form. Must be able to work well under pressure during emergency situations. Must possess outstanding service excellence and behavioral de-escalation skills. Must be able to intervene with physically aggressive individuals.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $18.12-$23.89, with pay differentials
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
  
  
  

Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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