Security Guard Unarmed

Security Guard-Unarmed

Become part of The Bradley Center, the psychiatric and behavioral health arm of the St. Francis - Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA. As a dedicated mental health hospital, The Bradley Center complements St. Francis's acute care offerings and shares in the system's recognized commitment to quality, patient safety, and community trust. With the backing of a hospital network that earns multiple honors and accreditations, The Bradley Center is uniquely positioned to deliver specialized, compassionate psychiatric care in support of our region's holistic well-being.

The Security Guard-Unarmed protects life and property of persons on hospital premises by patrolling hospital building(s) and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and other types of losses.

Essential Functions

• Patrols buildings and grounds of hospital to prevent loss through fire, theft, vandalism and other means.
• Patrols buildings and grounds, inspects doors, windows and locks to determine serviceability.
• Reports all safety and fire hazards observed on routine patrols and inspections.
• Investigates incidents of unusual circumstances reported by hospital staff, visitors, physicians, or patients. Writes incident reports and documents investigation steps and results.
• Assist with traffic control by keeping fire lanes, fire hydrants, and ambulance entrances free of unauthorized vehicles.
• Issues parking tickets to vehicle operators who have violated parking regulations.
• Ensure that only authorized personnel are admitted to the hospital premises.
• Escorts visitors, patients and employees to and from parking areas as requested.
• Assists patients and visitors entering or leaving the hospital.
• Maintains lost and found logs.
• Notifies individuals when items reported as missing are located.
• Issues hospital keys to authorized hospital personnel as needed.
• Serves as a member of the code response team(s).
• Inspects and maintains security equipment. Promptly reports any malfunctions.
• Maintains accurate log of all activity on tour of duty.
• Assists motorists who become stranded on hospital property.
• Responds to emergency calls for assistance to control disorderly or combative patients.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Ability to speak, read, write and follow written and oral instructions in English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Non-violent De-escalation & Crisis Intervention training required within timeframe specified in facility policy.

Experience

• Prior experience in law enforcement and/or security management preferred but not required.