Security Officer II - McHenry, Full-time, Nights

Northwestern Medicine group; McHenry (IL); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 45.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Security Officer II in McHenry, IL for nights. You will lead the security shift in the absence of the Supervisor, coordinate with site leadership, and ensure safe operations across NM facilities.

This role requires IAHSS Basic/Advanced certifications, BLS, and a driver’s license, with a focus on patient and staff safety. You will also train new officers, monitor cameras and access control systems, and help implement security policies while maintaining strong

Formación

• Requires a high-school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• IAHSS Basic and Advanced certifications.
• Current Basic Life Support Certification through American Heart Association within 9 months of hire.
• Successful completion of Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within 6 months of hire.
• 6 months minimum, 1 year preferred experience working within NMHC Security Services.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the shift leader in the absence of the Security Supervisor.
• Communicate regularly with Security Supervisor, Program Manager, and other site leadership regarding Security needs.
• Disseminate information to assigned/scheduled Officers.
• Identify opportunities for improvement regarding safety and security issues on their shift.
• Oversee safety/security monitoring and access control systems; assess security risks within NM campuses.
• Build and maintain team cohesiveness on their shift; deploy and utilize security resources.
• Lead investigations of incidents as needed; assist with orientation and training of new staff.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Report writing

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Security camera system

Access control systems

Descripción del empleo

Security Officer II - McHenry, Full-time, Nights

• Full-time
• Hours Per Week / FTE: 36 hrs/wk - 0.9 FTE
• Salary Range Minimum : $21.88
• Salary Range Maximum: $32.82
• Compensation: USD 21.88 - USD 32.82 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Security Officer IIreflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards

Responsible with the direct overall daily operations of a specifically assigned Security Department duty shift within the site’s Security Department when the shift’s Resource Coordinator is not present

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position will serve as the shift leader in the absence of the Security Supervisor.
• Responsible for communicating regularly with their respective Security Supervisor, Program Manager, and other site leadership regarding Security needs.
• Responsible for the dissemination of information to assigned/scheduled Officers.
• Assists in identifying opportunities for improvement regarding safety and security issues on their shift.
• Assists the Security Supervisor as follows: performs general safety and security monitoring, providing recommendations to ensure compliance with NM safety policies as needed; provides operational oversight of campus specific security camera system and access control systems; and provides daily assessment of security risks within the NM campuses providing recommendations as appropriate.
• Must maintain personal knowledge of/with industry standards and technology trends in healthcare security.
• Responsible for the compilation of the operationalshift’srecords/reports and collaborating with other departments to maintain a safe environment in NM facilities during their assigned shift.
• Must be able to build and maintain team cohesiveness on their shift
• Responsible for deploying and utilizing appropriate security resources throughout their shift.
• Proficient in and capable of a leadership role in any investigations of fire, theft, criminal activity and accidents on NM property as needed.
• Assists employees new to their shift with their orientation and training
• Assist employees with internal training, IAHSS testing, and all other education and competencies needs of the team.
• Acts as a Security leadership reference for shift associates.
• Adheres to, and assists, the Security Supervisor with the management of the Security Department’s policies and procedures.
• Investigates/quells hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain patient, visitor, and employee security. Notifies appropriate local police and fire as needed and within policy
• Monitor patients for patient and employee safety as needed
• Ensure Officers on their respective shift maintain patient monitoring needs within standards
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Assists with additional responsibilities and ownership rolesi.e, vehicle maintenance, lost and found, Defensive Tactics in Healthcare assistant instructor, uniforms management, etc.

EDUCATION

• Requires a high-school diploma or GED

LICENSURE

• Valid driver’s license.

CERTIFICATION

• Completion of IAHSS Basic and Advanced certifications.
• Maintain IAHSS Basic certification
• Maintain IAHSS Advanced certification
• Current Basic Life Support Certification through American Heart Association within 9 months of hire.
• Successful completion of Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within 6 months of hire.

EXPERIENCE

• 6 months minimum,1 yearpreferred experience working within NMHC Security Services.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES

• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with a variety of individuals, including employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, police, etc.
• Writing skills necessary to complete reports and paperwork thatmeetsdepartmental standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

A physical demands test provides an objective way to identify if a candidate can meet the essential tasks for the job the candidate has applied for at Northwestern Medicine. The testing protocol was established with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

• 65lbslift30 inch widecarry; Push/pull 75lbs
• Physical ability and knowledge of how to operate a motor vehicle
• Physicalability to stand and walk duringmuchofwork shift patrolling hospital buildings and grounds.
• Physical ability to respond quickly to emergency situations that may include stair climbing or other physical exertion in the protection of patients, visitors, and staff.
• Physical ability to lift and assist with heavy objects occasionally.

PREFERRED

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DISCLOSURE

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

BENEFITS

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

SIGN-ON BONUS

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.