Senior Security Officer - Administration

Asiswny; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Harrisburg is seeking a senior security officer responsible for overseeing security operations during night shifts. This role involves managing security incidents, responding to crises, and ensuring the safety of patients and staff. Candidates need a high school diploma, security experience, and CPR certification to apply.

Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee recognition program

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania state driver's license is required.
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification within six months.

Responsibilities

• Act as a group leader for their shift.
• Responsible for hospital security incident investigation and crisis responses.
• Ensure safety during emergencies and intervene with combative patients.

Skills

Crisis response

Emergency response

Patient intervention

Investigation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification

Job description

Penn State Health - Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute

Location: US:PA:Harrisburg
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Night
Hours: 7:00p to 7:00a
Recruiter Contact: Savannah Paxton at [e-mail]

**Please note: In fall 2026, the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute is relocating inpatient services in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill. Staff will begin transitioning to the new space in spring 2026. Our team is working closely with the Holy Spirit Medical Center Behavioral Health team and the Penn State Health Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health to ensure a smooth and coordinated transition .

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The senior security officer acts as a group leader for their shift. While not technically a supervisor, the senior security officer will report to their supervisor and act in the supervisors stead when the supervisor is not present. The senior security officer is responsible for hospital security incident investigation, crisis response, combative patient intervention, and safety related emergency response.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or equivalency required
• Valid Pennsylvania state driver's license is required
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification within six months of hiring
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Graduate of police academy or security course preferred.
• A minimum of six (6) months police or security experience preferred.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH PPI?

Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) is central Pennsylvania's leader in healing people with psychiatric and substance use disorders to achieve and maintain stability in their daily lives. A comprehensive team of specialists who provide sensitive, compassionate care for children, adolescents, and adults through personalized treatment plans that meet unique patient needs. Located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, PPI has a modern 89-bed, inpatient facility at its Polyclinic campus at 2501 North Third Street. As well as two convenient locations offering outpatient services, the Division Street Clinic, and the Third Street Clinic.

We are a Trauma Informed Care (TIC) organization guided by SAMHSA's "Four R's": Realization about trauma, Recognizing the signs of trauma, Responding to trauma, and Resisting re-traumatization. Our therapeutic work is guided by the SAMHSA's core principles of Trauma Informed Care. We invite all individuals committed to providing quality care to be a part of our PPI team.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE?LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence ? that?s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That?s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.