Sup Security Officer II

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System seeks a dedicated Security Officer to patrol and protect Harris Health System campuses and facilities in Houston. You will monitor access, respond to incidents, and support crisis interventions to keep patients, staff, and visitors safe.

Ideal candidates have at least a high school diploma, relevant training, and certification requirements including SAMA, IAHSS, and Texas Private Security Bureau registration, with strong communication and reporting skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Plus security industry certifications and training as listed below.

Responsibilities

• Patrol, protect, and secure Harris Health System buildings and grounds.
• Respond to crisis activations and assist with patient restraint as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Writing & reports

MS Word

Typing 20 WPM

Public-facing communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Job description

About Us

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

Responsible for patrolling, protecting, and securing all Harris Health System's buildings and grounds, promoting safety and security at all locations. Promotes safety and security at all Harris Health locations. Responds to all crisis intervention team activations, prevents patient elopements, and assist medical staff with restraint of patients as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

School Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses & Certifications

IAHSS Basic Security Officer Training Program must be completed within six months of employment.

Valid Texas Driver's License.

Basic Life Support from a hospital based AHA program

Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA) certification or equivalent certification required within 30days. If certification other than SAMA is held at the time of hire, must be recertified as SAMA upon expiration of held certification.

Must be Registered by the Texas Private Security Bureau within 90 days of employment.

Work Experience: One (1) year experience in security, criminal justice, military, healthcare, or related experience; or a combination of the above.

Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract), Writing /Reports

Proficiencies: MS Word, P.C., Typing 20 WPM

Job Attributes

Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime

Other Requirements: E-1 availability during disaster situations. Must be able to understand the English language and communicate it effectively in both verbal and written form. Proficiency in the use of computers is required

Equipment Operated: PC based electronic access control, CCTV, parking systems, Handheld Radio systems, and Patrol vehicle