Security Team Specialist I

Description - External


Tewksbury Hospital is accepting applications for Security Team Specialist I. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to combine safety, compassion, and public service in a dynamic healthcare environment. This role is essential to maintaining a secure and supportive campus where patients, residents, staff, and visitors feel safe and cared for. Working across a large hospital setting, the Security Team Specialist I plays an active part in campus safety operations. The position provides hands-on experience in healthcare security and behavioral de-escalation.

Tewksbury Hospital offers a structured and team-oriented environment. The role includes opportunities for training and certification in CPR, AED and first aid. Candidates who are calm under pressure, service-focused, and motivated by helping vulnerable populations will find this role both rewarding and meaningful.

Please Note : This position is available on the 2nd shift, 40 hours per week, from 3:00 pm-11:00 pm. Regular days off are Wednesday & Thursday.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Patrol hospital buildings, grounds, and surrounding areas at regular intervals to maintain a safe and secure environment and ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  
• Monitor for and respond to safety concerns including trespassing, theft, property damage, and potential harm to individuals, coordinating with local or state law enforcement and first responders when necessary.
  
• Provide custodial supervision and escort services for medically ill and mentally challenged patients, residents, and clients to appointments, admissions, discharges, and other designated locations throughout the campus.
  
• Conduct searches for missing patients, individuals, or property, including assisting with the return of patients who are absent without authorization (AWA).
  
• Respond to medical, behavioral, and facility-related emergencies, focusing on de-escalation and ensuring the safety of patients, residents, staff, and visitors.
  
• Investigate incidents by gathering information, interviewing involved parties, and preparing detailed written and electronic reports and logs.
  
• Perform visitor screening and security checks in accordance with hospital policies and maintain access control across the campus.
  
• Inspect buildings, grounds, fire lanes, and emergency exits to ensure compliance with safety standards and identify potential hazards.
  
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations, direct traffic flow, assist pedestrians and disabled vehicles, and support safe campus transportation operations.
  
• Operate security and communication equipment, maintain records and documentation, support hospital events and drills, and collaborate with hospital staff, police, and emergency personnel to support overall campus safety.
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services environment.
  

• Required qualifications:
  
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in emergency, stressful, or emotionally charged situations
  
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals experiencing physical, emotional, or behavioral challenges
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work respectfully with diverse populations
  
• Ability to gather information through observation, interviews, and review of records or documentation
  
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate written reports and maintain detailed records
  
• Ability to follow, interpret, and enforce policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
  
• Basic computer proficiency, including working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications
  

About Tewksbury Hospital:

Tewksbury Hospital offers a broad range of services including a physician on site at all times, around-the-clock nursing care, rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, psychology services, social services, nutritional services, and an on-site dialysis clinic.

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Pre-Hire Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit


Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.


Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

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ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have (A) at least one (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in work involving the protection and/or security of buildings, equipment or individuals, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Applicants applying for positions within the Department of Youth Services, Department of Mental Health and Department of Public Health are required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and first aid. Additionally, applicants applying for positions within the Department of Youth Services are required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.

Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree or higher in a related field may substitute for the required experience.

Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.


Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (Regulation) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.


An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.


The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Qualifications:
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have (A) at least one (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time, experience in work involving the protection and/or security of buildings, equipment or individuals, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Applicants applying for positions within the Department of Youth Services, Department of Mental Health and Department of Public Health are required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and first aid. Additionally, applicants applying for positions within the Department of Youth Services are required to obtain and maintain a valid certification in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.

Substitutions:
I. An Associate's degree or higher in a related field may substitute for the required experience.

Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.


An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.


The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.