Security Officer - Security - Nights

vcuhealth; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Security Officer to provide security services, assist staff, visitors and patients, and enforce hospital rules to promote a safe environment. This is an unarmed, non-sworn security position.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 6–12 months of relevant on-the-job training or coursework; some security experience is preferred. Night and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 6–12 months of on-the-job security training or related college coursework.
• Experience in security, public safety, or law enforcement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• De-escalates agitated patients, individually or as part of a team.
• Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.
• Maintains a professional image and enforces hospital rules to ensure safety.

Skills

De-escalation

Risk assessment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

Must have good driving record.

The Security Officer provides security services to VCUHS by courteously assisting staff, visitors and patients; enforcing rules and regulations of the hospitals; projecting a positive image; and promoting a safe healthcare environment.

The Security Officer conveys an image of professionalism, behaving in a way that is conducive to good hospital and community relations. This is an unarmed, non-sworn security position.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED

Previous knowledge of security and/or law enforcement measures and techniques at a level generally acquired during 6 to 12 months of on-the-job training and orientation in such techniques or college curriculum in Administration of Justice

Experience PREFERRED

One (1) year of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience

Education/training REQUIRED

High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED

Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Independent action(s) required

• De-escalates agitated patients, both individually and as a member of a team.
• Prevent potentially risky and/or violent situations.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements

• Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs.
• Some Security Officer roles may require valid Virginia Driver's License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation

Age Specific groups served: Pediatric, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate)

• Physical - Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Night shift 6p to 6a

Nights

Compensation Range $15.69 - $23.53 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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