Security Officer

• Area of Interest: Support Services

• FTE/Hours per pay period: .01

• Department: Safety & Security

• Shift: PRN

• Job ID: 184641

Overview

Security Officer II

UnityPoint Health - Allen

Shift: PRN as needed

The Security Officer II is responsible for providing security screening services that seek to create a safe and secure environment for the hospital community. The Security Officer II undertakes activities designed to identify, deter, abate, or correct situations; both routine and emergent that are within the scope of responsibility for the department, as they occur on hospital owned or controlled property.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings and premises to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and intruders.

• Monitor conduct of visitors on hospital premises.

• Confront unauthorized persons for questioning as needed.

• Screen visitors, patients, and team members at entrances.

• Report safety and/or fire hazards or security violations.

• Complete incident report on any significant security incident or concern, relays safety related information as appropriate

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

• Must obtain Iowa weapons permit and be Taser certified within 30 days

• Certification from International Association of Healthcare Security & Safety (if not certified, must obtain certification within 90 days) or commiserate experience

• Valid driver’s license

Experience:

• 1 year relevant safety and security experience

• Military, law enforcement and/or security experience is highly preferred

Other:

• Ability to de-escalate violent, aggressive, or disruptive persons

• Use of critical thinking in a high stress environment

• Excellent observation skills