Security Officer II-Full-Time

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System is seeking a Security Officer to patrol and protect its facilities, ensuring safety across all locations. The role supports a culture of care by preventing incidents and assisting staff during emergencies.

Responsibilities include responding to crisis activations, preventing patient elopements, and assisting with restraints when necessary. A high school diploma, Texas driver license, and BLS are required, with training completing within specified timelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• IAHSS Basic Security Officer Training must be completed within six months of employment.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from a hospital-based AHA program.
• Aggression Management certification or equivalent; recertify on expiration if another cert is held.
• TPSB III: Must be registered by the Texas Private Security Bureau within 90 days of employment.
• One year of experience in security, criminal justice, military, healthcare, or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrol, protect and secure Harris Health System buildings and grounds.
• Promote safety and security at all locations.
• Respond to crisis interventions and prevent patient elopements.
• Assist medical staff with restraint of patients as requested.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written reports

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

PC proficiency

Typing 20 WPM

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

Responsible for patrolling, protecting, and securing all Harris Health System's buildings and grounds, promoting safety and security at all locations. Promotes safety and security at all Harris Health locations. Responds to all crisis intervention team activations, prevents patient elopements, and assist medical staff with restraint of patients as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• School Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Licenses & Certifications:
• IAHSS Basic Security Officer Training Program must be completed within six months of employment.
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Basic Life Support from a hospital based AHA program
• Aggression Management certification or equivalent certification required within 30days. If certification other than Aggression Management is held at the time of hire, must be recertified as Aggression Management upon expiration of held certification.
• TPSB III: Must be Registered by the Texas Private Security Bureau within 90 days of employment.
• Work Experience: One (1) year experience in security, criminal justice, military, healthcare, or related experience; or a combination of the above.
• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract), Writing /Reports
• Proficiencies: MS Word, P.C., Typing 20 WPM

Job Attributes

• Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime
• Other Requirements: E-1 availability during disaster situations. Must be able to understand the English language and communicate it effectively in both verbal and written form. Proficiency in the use of computers is required
• Equipment Operated: PC based electronic access control, CCTV, parking systems, Handheld Radio systems, and Patrol vehicle