Security Professional - Hospital - Weekends required

Allied Universal; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time, Excellent Benefits, Career 

Employee Referral / Retention Bonus

Daily and Weekly pay - You pick when

Meaningful and impactful work

Job summary

Allied Universal in Myrtle Beach, SC is hiring Full Time Hospital Security Officers to protect patients, staff and visitors while providing a safe, calm environment.

You will patrol hospital grounds, respond to incidents, assist with de-escalation, transport where needed, and enforce safety procedures. The role offers competitive pay, benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in customer service or protective services.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to operate radio/console monitors.
• Excellent communication and observation skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital grounds on foot or vehicle and document observations.
• Assist staff with de-escalation and restrain when necessary per policy.
• Escort patients and monitor entrances/exits for authorized access.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies; notify authorities as needed.
• Prepare written incident reports and maintain logs.

Skills

Customer service communication

Oral and written communication

Problem solving

Active listening

Situational assessment

Conflict mediation

Attention to detail

Written reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Tools

Radio/communication equipment

Job description

Company Overview:

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Now hiring Full Time Hospital Security Officers in Myrtle Beach, SC!

Why work for us?

• Full Time, Excellent Benefits, Career Progression
• Employee Referral / Retention Bonus Program
• Daily and Weekly pay - You pick when you get paid!
• Meaningful and impactful work.

Pay Rate: $17.81 / Hour

Schedules:

• Full Time:
  • 1st shift: 0700 - 1500
  • 3rd shift: 2300 - 0700
  • Must be available to work weekends

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in vehicle; document detailed observations of unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations involving patients; restrain combative individuals as necessary (within company and customer guidelines)
• Transport patients to the morgue, as needed
• Assist in escorting patients from helicopter pad (high elevation) to the emergency room
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized individuals enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry (preferably security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections)
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Active listening skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Attention to detail

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
• A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
• Associate’s degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Company's retirement plans
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half, if worked
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is only paid out where required by law

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com