Supplemental Security Officer II - Ben Taub

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a Security Officer to patrol, protect, and secure its hospital campuses and clinics in Houston, ensuring safety across sites. The role involves responding to crisis activations and assisting clinical staff during incidents.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Texas driver's license, and security training with healthcare or public settings experience. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• IAHSS Basic Security Officer Training within six months of employment.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• BLS from a hospital-based AHA program.
• SAMA certification or equivalent within 30 days; recertify as SAMA upon expiration if another cert is held.
• Registered by the Texas Private Security Bureau within 90 days of employment.
• One year of experience in security, healthcare, or related fields.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PC-based systems and related software.

Responsibilities

• Patrol, protect, and secure Harris Health System buildings and grounds.
• Promote safety and security across all Harris Health locations.
• Respond to crisis intervention activations; assist staff with patient restraint as requested.
• Coordinate with medical staff to ensure safety during incidents.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Typing 20 WPM

MS Word proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

PC-based access control

CCTV systems

Parking systems

Handheld Radio systems

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