On-Call, PRN Security Officer

Security Officer

This position is on-call; hours as needed

Key Functions

• Enforce safety and security regulations to assure the safety and security of Menninger staff, patients, guests, buildings and properties.
  • Demonstrate proper knowledge of safety and security regulations.
  • Take immediate action to correct and/or report any obvious unsafe conditions or actions.
  • Interact with those who violate safety and security regulations in a firm but professional manner.
• Perform patrols per departmental guidelines to serve as a deterrent to criminal activities.
  • Patrol designated areas as directed.
  • Investigate suspicious activities and potentially hazardous conditions.
  • Notify proper authorities when situations warrant such action.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations.
  • Respond to emergency incidents in accordance with existing policies and procedures.
• Assist and cooperate with outside law enforcement agencies.
  • Assist during investigations of criminal activities.
  • Identify and preserves evidence.
• Completes monthly inspections of emergency equipment to help ensure patient and staff safety.
  • Completes monthly inspection of fire extinguishers and exit lights in assigned areas reporting any deficiencies to Facilities Administration.
• Operate switchboard and monitor the fire panel during evening and overnight shift.
• Completes monthly Hazard Surveillance Rounds in assigned areas.
  • Completes rounds according to departmental guidelines. Any deficiencies are properly recorded and reported to Facilities Administration.
• Display appropriate professional conduct and maintain professional appearance under all conditions and circumstances while interacting with visitors, staff, patients and guests.
  • Makes recommendations for corrective action if prescribed standards are not met.
  • Maintain compliance with MC-202 Seclusion and Restraint.
• Accurately documents incidents and activities.
  • Prepares clear and concise reports.
  • Documents all activities and incidents encountered while on duty.
  • Submit reports in proper format to supervisory staff.
• Assist with maintenance of Fleet Vehicles as outlined on Preventative Maintenance Work Orders.
• Assure continuity of Facilities Management mission statement through punctual, regular attendance and reliability.
  • Does not abuse or take advantage of PTO or time management systems.
  • Provides proper notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness.
  • Consistently is on time and ready to work at the start of the shift.
  • Is willing to adjust work schedule and/or hours to help during emergency and crisis situations.
• Assure the successful operation of the Facilities Management Department.
  • Accepts accountability for compliance with Menninger policies and procedures.
  • Identifies and reports unsafe hazards to supervisor.
  • Participates in Corporate Compliance educational presentations.
  • Demonstrates, by practice a comprehensive understanding of relevant portions of Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct by carrying out work tasks in accordance with the Plan and the Code.
  • Actively participates in the Team STEPPS program.
• Demonstrates an understanding of developmental tasks and special needs for, and the ability to establish rapport with children, adolescents, adults and older adults/geriatrics.
• Complete other duties as requested.
  • Accepts additional assignments willingly.
  • Demonstrates an ability to perform a variety of duties, maintains flexibility as departmental needs change.
  • Demonstrates an ability to respond to changing workloads and crisis and emergency situations.
  • Provide excellent customer service.

Education

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

License/Certification

• Eligible to obtain Non-Commissioned Security Officers license through the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security; must obtain within 60 days of employment.
• Licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the state of Texas and be insurable by Menninger.
• Must obtain within 60 days of hire: MANDT and defensive driving.

Experience

Required:

• Minimum of one (1) year experience in security, law enforcement or military.
• Ability to initiate and follow through on special assignments without supervision, ability to adapt to changing demands of the position.
• Ability to work well under little supervision and demonstrate ability to utilize supervision effectively.

Desired:

• Prior employment in the health care industry.