Security Officer | Nights | LCMH

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• Responds to security emergencies:
  Responds to calls for service, in-progress emergencies, and alarms;
  Coordinates scheduled emergency drills;
  Takes action and intervenes per procedure and protocols to mitigate the situations and to reduce injury, prevent property damage or loss;
  Engages in dynamic, potentially violent encounters, uses empty-hand control techniques, handcuffs and authorized security weapons according to policy.
• Investigates and reports incidents, and prepares written reports;
  Responds to behavioral health emergencies, de‑escalates, and executes hands‑on physical interventions under clinical direction.
• Patrols, and conducts surveillance of LCMHS facilities and properties:
  Identifies, assesses and addresses threats and risks to ensure the safety and security of people and property;
  Conducts patrols to protect people and property;
  Provides security escorts for patients, visitors and employees at LCMHS facilities and campuses;
  Controls access to LCMHS facilities and properties;
  Monitors critical building security systems such as cameras, alarms and access control systems;
  Maintains and properly operates equipment including radio, weapons, handcuffs, body‑worn cameras, emergency vehicles and personal equipment.
• Enforces criminal ordinances and LCMHS health system policies:
  Detects and interdicts criminal activity;
  Detains or arrests offenders per policy;
  Partners with law enforcement;
  Enforces and issues citations for violations of administrative policies such as smoking, visiting, parking and regulations related to safety and security.
• Serves as a department liaison to internal partners, community partners and other customers:
  Partners with internal customers to identify risk and safety concerns;
  Provides security, personal safety, workplace violence prevention, and other education to internal customers to support personal safety in and out of the workplace;
  Provides assistance to patients, visitors and other customers;
  May participate in organizational regulatory and security committees;
  Other duties as assigned; may be assigned to work varied hours and locations to meet LCMHS needs.
• Administrative and communication skills:
  Ability to effectively read, write, and speak in English;
  Ability to write effective reports and maintain written logs;
  Strong interpersonal skills;
  Ability to perform duties independently;
  Ability to follow complex instructions;
  Performs well in a fast paced environment under stressful conditions;
  Ability to confront and engage disagreeable and potentially violent people;
  Ability to make decisions and apply good judgement in uncertain situations;
  Knowledge of security operations and procedures;
  Basic computer competency;
  Ability to walk, stand or sit for extended periods;
  Ability to run, or exert intense physical effort in moving or restraining others;
  Work inside and outside and may be exposed to unfavorable weather conditions;
  Ability to qualify and maintain proficiency with security techniques, tools, equipment and weapons, e.g.: defensive tactics, body‑worn camera, handcuffs, expandable baton, body‑worn camera, conducted energy device and aerosol subject restraint;
  All other tasks and duties as assigned.

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Previous security, law enforcement or military experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• IAHSS Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) or their professional certification is valued.
• Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English;
  Strong quantitative, analytical, and organizational skills;
  Ability to communicate orally and in written form. Must be detail oriented.
• Requires emotional stability and maturity;
  Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight;
  Exhibits organizational and leadership ability. Must be team oriented with strong interpersonal skills.

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