Supv- Security

Overview

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital — Leader - Non Clinical | Full Time | Ellsworth, ME

Department: Security

Position is located: Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital

Work Type: Full Time

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

The Regional Security Supervisor reports to the Regional Manager of Security and Emergency Management and is responsible for the employees and duties assigned. This role includes operational support, training and education of employees, emergency notifications, directing and conducting patrol operations, responding to emergencies and calls for service, deterring and detecting suspicious activities, criminal acts, life safety hazards, and unsafe conditions. The Supervisor oversees workplace violence prevention strategies and supports employees and patients by using approved strategies and tactics to deter, de-escalate, and/or control incidents of workplace violence, and patients from injuring themselves and others and/or from destroying organizational property.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of regional security teams, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards.
• Collaborate with the Regional Manager of Security and Emergency Management to develop and implement security strategies tailored to healthcare environments.
• Conduct routine site inspections to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend improvements.
• Serve as the point of contact for security-related incidents, providing timely and effective resolutions.
• Oversee the training and professional development of security personnel, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to security operations.
• Coordinate emergency response efforts in alignment with Northern Light Health's protocols.

• Roles and Responsibilities:
  
  Supervision and use of security technologies and systems, including video surveillance, access control, staff safety alerting, mass communications, and related tools.
• Delivers training and education for newly hired employees and ongoing training to ensure security staff proficiency in established technologies and programs.
• Assists in the development and execution of security and emergency preparedness drills, simulations, tabletop exercises, and other activities.
• Assists with department inventory accountability and participates in required inspections and maintenance of department equipment.
• Supports Clinical Education in the delivery of training required by CMS, JCAHO, OSHA, and other regulatory entities as an instructor and subject matter expert.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Conducts or assists in investigations at the direction of the Regional Manager of Security and Emergency Management.

• Credentials: Required Driver's License
• Education: Required High School Diploma/GED; post-secondary education in safety (life and/or fire safety), security and emergency preparedness programs. Associate preferred. Two years of experience is required for every year of education in addition to the minimum experience identified above.

• Prolonged periods of walking
• Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds
• Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable
• Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people
• Need to drive to perform responsible duties
• Potential exposure to noxious odors
• Work with computers, typing, reading or writing
• Extend body and limbs to reach items
• Prolonged periods of kneeling
• Prolonged periods of standing
• Prolonged periods of sitting
• Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds
• Potential exposure to very hot or cold temperatures
• Work beyond the regularly scheduled hours
• Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds
• Potential exposure to diseases or infections
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials

Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine is a full-service hospital serving Hancock and western Washington Counties. It is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.