Security Officer, Security, Per Diem, Night

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts and Commut

Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g.)

6 Paid Holidays, PTO, Wellness Time

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Center Membership Discount

Day Care Discounts

Job summary

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Security Officer to help maintain a safe environment, control access, and assist in transporting personnel and supplies during night shifts.

Requirements include a high school diploma, two years of security experience (healthcare or police), a valid NJ driver's license, 40 hours of hospital security training and crisis intervention training; strong communication; ability to work independently and in a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years' security experience, healthcare preferred or two years police experience.
• NJ driver's license with acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• 40 hours Basic Hospital Security Officer Training; minimum 6 hours Crisis Intervention training.
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain a safe environment and prevent unauthorized access.
• Control parking facilities and assist in transportation of personnel and supplies as needed.
• Adhere to HR policies and driving record requirements.

Skills

Driver's license (NJ)

Crisis Intervention training

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

To facilitate a safe environment and prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry. To maintain control of parking facilities and to assist in the transportation (driving) of personnel and/or supplies when necessary.

To facilitate a safe environment and prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry. To maintain control of parking facilities and to assist in the transportation (driving) of personnel and/or supplies when necessary.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Two years' security experience preferably in health care or two years of police experience.

Skills

Driver's License - current and valid New Jersey driver's license. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 1-13 including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job.

Certification for 40 hours of Basic Hospital Security Officer Training from The International Association for Health Care Security-Safety. Minimum six hours training in Crisis Intervention. Ability to communicate effectively (oral and in writing). Ability to effectively interact with customers to meet their needs. Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision. Ability to work cooperatively within a team environment. Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to set priorities, make effective decisions, and respond quickly to customer's needs.

Job Location

The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Pay Range: $20.86 - $26.07 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws.