Unarmed Hospital Security Specialist

Allied Universal; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

Company retirement plans

Holiday pay

Paid vacation after one year

Job summary

All Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed to patrol hospital grounds on foot or by vehicle, monitor CCTV and assist with safety and access control in a healthcare setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, two years in customer service or protective services, and a valid driver's license. Work every other Saturday 3pm-11pm; pay rate is $18.54 per hour. TB testing and vaccinations may be required in this safety-sensitive role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• 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

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 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

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Radio/console operation

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice (nice to have)

Associate’s degree or 60 credits in law enforcement or criminal justice (nice to have)

Job description

All Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed to patrol hospital grounds on foot or by vehicle, monitor CCTV and assist with safety and access control in a healthcare setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, two years in customer service or protective services, and a valid driver's license. Work every other Saturday 3pm-11pm; pay rate is $18.54 per hour. TB testing and vaccinations may be required in this safety-sensitive role.