Security Officer - Children’s Pavilion Brook Rd - Weekend Nights

Security Officer

**This position will work Saturday, Sunday and Monday nights from 6pm-6:30am.** The Security Officer provides security services to VCUHS by courteously assisting staff, visitors and patients; enforcing rules and regulations of the hospital; projecting a positive image; and promoting a safe healthcare environment. The Security Officer conveys an image of professionalism, behaving in a way that is conducive to good hospital and community relations. This is an unarmed, non-sworn security position.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED:

• Previous knowledge of security and/or law enforcement measures and techniques at a level generally acquired during 6 to 12 months of on-the-job training and orientation in such techniques or college curriculum in Administration of Justice

Experience PREFERRED:

• One (1) year of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience

Education/training REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED:

• Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Independent action(s) required:

• De-escalates agitated patients, both individually and as a member of a team.
• Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements:

• Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs.
• Some Security Officer roles may require valid Virginia Driver's License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation.

Age Specific groups served:

• Pediatric
• Adolescence
• Adult
• Geriatric

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

• Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Weekend Night

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