Security Officer - Security -PER DIEM VARIED SHIFT - Elmer

INSPIRA HEALTH NETWORK LIFE INC; Elmer (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Health Network is seeking a security officer to create a safe and secure environment for employees, patients, visitors, and property. You will perform proactive patrols and respond to incidents while delivering excellent customer service.

You will work with the Environment of Care committee on safety, workplace violence and emergency management, and support staff under stressful situations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months of security experience.
• Three years’ experience in law enforcement, private security or investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and secure environment for employees, patients, visitors and property.
• Conduct proactive patrols and respond to incidents.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist individuals under stress or in need of medical assistance.
• Collaborate with the Environment of Care committee on safety, workplace violence and emergency management.

Skills

Customer service

Stress management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Security Officer Certification (IAHSS)

De-escalation training

BLS (American Heart Association)

Job description

This position is responsible for creating a safe and secure environment for employees, patients, visitors, and property of the Inspira Health Network. Security officers will provide proactive and reactive security patrols and response to incidents. Inspira security officers will provide excellent customer service and will be able to competently work with people who are under stress and/or in need of medical assistance. Works with the Environment of Care committee to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to safety, security, workplace violence and emergency management.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 6 months of security experience.
• (3) years’ experience in law enforcement, private security or investigations preferred.

Certification/Licensure

• Valid driver's license required.
• Basic Security Officer Certification (IAHSS) required within 1 year of hire.
• Inspira Health approved de-escalation and common language training required within 100 days of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS required within 100 days.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to effectively interact with hospital employees, visitors, patients, contractors, and volunteers.
• Ability to effectively manage the responsibilities and duties of the position and the department.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)

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Lifting 20-50lbsFClimbingOKneelingO
Lifting>50lbsOCrouchingOReachingO
CarryingFHearingCWalkingC
PushingFTalkingCVisionC

Environmental Conditions

NoiseFVaried TemperaturesFCleaning AgentsO
Noxious odorsOPatient ExposureCOperative EquipmentO

Benefits Information

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At Inspira Health

You’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.

Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.

Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.