Security Officer

Job Summary Provides a reasonably safe and secure environment by providing security services for the staff, patients, visitors, and premises as well as being first responders to urgent facility matters. Job Responsibilities and Requirements Protects property and staff by conducting interior and exterior rounds, observing for safety and security issues, theft, and monitoring of parking lots. Promotes visitor and employee safety by providing door checks, detecting lighting deficiencies, confirming proper operation of elevators, assisting with disruptive individuals, patient restraints, and provides escorts to both staff and clients when requested. Responds to overhead pages or requests for assistance, including escorting emergency personnel through the building, and provides post-mortem services. Provides professional customer service when dealing with complex and dynamic situations, utilizing a proactive approach to identifying safety and security hazards by communicating with clinical staff. Observes and reports any security concerns/assessments. Completes incident reports and shift logs and forwards them to appropriate individuals. Provides maintenance assistance through property conservation and campus safety approaches such as alarm testing, checking life safety equipment, automated external defibrillators (AEDs), oxygen tanks, fire extinguishers, access control, badging, door integrity checks, etc. Enforces policies and procedures of the organization. Assists with monitoring, reviewing and investigating incidents using the video management system. May operate a motor vehicle to patrol. Works in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience. Experience Following extension of a conditional offer of employment, applicant must successfully complete a psychological assessment to confirm suitability for the rigors of providing security services as set forth in this job description. Physical Requirements Constant use of hearing to receive oral communication and hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Constant use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). Constant lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent use of speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Frequent standing, twisting, and walking. Frequent use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, reaching, gripping, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing over 50 lbs. Occasional keyboard use/data entry. Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Occasional driving. Rare crawling, running, and lifting/moving patients. Required Professional License and/or Certifications Driving Record - Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) And Driver License - Issued in the United States. Security Officer License - St. Charles County or Security Officer License - St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Benefits Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit through DailyPay offering eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: through FlexPath for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health Care St. Louis