Security Safety Officer -FT 3rd Shift - Lakeland

Advocatehealth; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a dedicated Security Safety Officer for the 3rd shift. The role is essential for maintaining safety and professionalism in a healthcare setting, requiring experience and specific certifications. The candidate must demonstrate strong emotional intelligence and communication skills, and will play a critical part in ensuring a safe environment for all.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in security or public safety.
• Security Officer Healthcare Certification (CHSO) within two years.
• Valid driver’s license and certifications within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Perform interior and exterior patrols to ensure safety and identify risks.
• Respond to emergencies and workplace violence incidents.
• Investigate incidents and complete reports.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Calm Under Pressure

Communication

Sound Judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Security Safety Officer - FT 3rd Shift - Lakeland

We are seeking a dedicated Security Safety Officer for the third shift at Lakeland. The role involves providing security services with a focus on professionalism, fairness, and compassion, adhering to policies, procedures, and training.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Performing interior and exterior patrols to ensure safety, identify vulnerabilities, hazards, and fire risks, and manage patient valuables and contraband searches.
• Responding to workplace violence incidents, service calls, and emergencies such as fire, lost children, and active threats.
• Investigating incidents and completing reports, addressing complaints, and escalating issues appropriately.
• Maintaining partnerships with departments, law enforcement, and first responders, and delivering security awareness education.
• Ensuring compliance with all safety and security regulations, and maintaining department equipment and uniforms.

Qualifications include:

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in security, public safety, or customer service responding to emergent situations.
• Security Officer Healthcare Certification (CHSO) within two years of appointment.
• Stop the Bleed Certification within 1 year of hire.
• Valid driver’s license, FOID or CCW license, and certification in TASER use within 90 days of hire.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong emotional intelligence, ability to remain calm under pressure, and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, handle stressful situations, and physically intervene if necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive throughout the shift, lift up to 35 lbs, and handle emotionally charged situations.

This is a full-time, entry-level position in the management and manufacturing sector within healthcare facilities. The role is critical in maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

This job is actively accepting applications.