Security Officer I FT Evenings

Englewood Hospital; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Englewood Health, a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to patient care across northern New Jersey. We are seeking a Security Officer I to safeguard patients, employees, physicians, visitors, and hospital property, with surveillance, incident reporting, and quality guest service.

This full-time evening role in Englewood, NJ requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year security experience preferred.
• Thorough understanding of system-wide policies and procedures.
• Ability to respond with discretion and interpretive judgment based on policies.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to react appropriately in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of CPR and first aid.
• Knowledge of portable fire extinguishers and locations.
• Knowledge of site geography and radio operation.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard patients, employees, physicians, visitors, and hospital property.
• Perform continuous surveillance and incident reporting.
• Provide quality guest services and assistance to hospital visitors.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Discretion

Record keeping

Emergency response

Observation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Portable radio use

Job description

_Englewood Health, a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care across northern New Jersey. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can bring their skills, creative ideas, positive approaches, and a commitment to excellence. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of transforming the lives of the patients and communities we serve._

Job Summary

Security Officer I will assume responsibility for the safety and well-being of patients, employees, physicians, visitors, and hospital property. These responsibilities include continuous surveillance, reporting and documenting all incidents and remaining sensitive to the need for delivery of quality guest services and assistance to all persons visiting the hospital.

• Department:** Security
• Location:** Englewood, NJ
• Status:** Full-time
• Shift:** Evenings
• Hours:** 3p - 11p

Job Qualifications

• A minimum of one (1) year security experience preferred
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Thorough understanding of system-wide policies and procedures
• Ability to respond using discretion and interpretive judgment based on system-wide policies
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to react appropriately in emergency situations
• Knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid
• Knowledge of portable fire extinguishers and their locations
• Knowledge of the geography of the site to which assigned
• Skill in operating portable radio devices
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to walk and climb stairs rapidly
• Ability to see and hear accurately in both day and nighttime conditions
• Ability to maneuver lifting patients in excess of 100 lbs.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions - extreme heat, cold, rain, wind and snow

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

License

• A valid Driver's License required

Englewood Health job postings provide a minimum rate to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The minimum rate does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. In addition to the minimum rate, eligible employees may receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other wellness resources.

Minimum rate: $16.50/hour