Security Officer Job Pittsfield Maine USA,Security

Location: Pittsfield

Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital | US:

ME:

Pittsfield | Security | PRN

Description

Northern Light Sebasticook Valley Hospital

Department
:
Security

Position is located
:
Pittsfield, ME

Work Type
: PRN

Hours Per Week
:
As Needed

Summary
:

Receiving general direction from the Security Director, Supervisor or designee, enforces Hospital regulations, provides a safe and secure environment for Hospital patients, visitors and employees by enforcing Hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for and timely reporting potential safety hazards and unusual occurrences through patrol of assigned areas. Investigates complaints or potential criminal conduct; assists in restraining patients as necessary;

provides protective services. Possesses and exhibits extraordinarily strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

Maintains security of the hospital, buildings, outside properties and assets.

Performs inside and outside patrols.
Patrols assigned areas, giving particular attention to those where security problems have occurred.
Responds to trouble, security, emergency calls, and demonstrates ability to respond to an inside‑outside plan as outlined in the Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Identifies unsafe conditions and improperly secured areas/property to help prevent theft, injuries or damage to Hospital property, patients, visitors and employees.
Performs standby with patients and/or restraint/removal of unruly/combative patients and public.
Participates in assistance with workplace and domestic violence victims; responds to medical emergencies; when authorized assists in the restraint of patients; involved in the protection of dignitaries; controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Responds immediately to code and stat requests on campus and between campuses.

Completes and maintains security logs and forms.

Ensures incident and shift reports are completed in a timely manner.
Prepares prisoner/patient checklist and lock removal forms.
Prepares request.

Provides coverage and relief consistent with a 24‑hour coverage requirement.

Performs Valet service for patients.
As needed, performs patient maneuvers, transport, and mortuary response.
Performs roles as Dispatcher utilizing “state of the art” integrated security systems; radio dispatches personnel to respond to occurrences and phone calls for assistance; provides and maintains documentation.

Completes computer data entries.

Enter image for NLH member organizations employees, non‑employees, and volunteer data into computer.
Completes Incident Reports and security notices.
Research information.
Use of access control and database software, communications equipment, and first aid equipment.
Enter RL and Security Specific Software reports as needed.

Conducts investigations.

Investigates thefts, shortages and other complaints involving potential criminal misconduct by questioning individuals involved with specific incidents.
Notifies appropriate law enforcement agencies of potential/real civil or criminal misconduct and detains suspect individuals as appropriate.
When authorized, makes arrests as appropriate.
Participates in subsequent court proceedings as required.
Prepares and submits written reports in a complete and accurate manner.
Makes notations in log of all incidents.
Keeps supervisor informed at all times.

Performs additional duties as required or assigned.

Cross trains in other locations beyond normally assigned workplace.
Ensures all required training is up‑to‑date and maintains individual database training records and reports errors to appropriate supervisor or manager.
Responsible for maintaining all hospital‑issued uniforms and equipment.
Maintains accountability for valuables/property and evidence coming into incumbent’s custody; safeguards and maintains documentation.
May act as a transporter for patients when needed or instructed.

Other Information

A High School Diploma or GED is required. Education enabling the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively is necessary.
A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, a related discipline, or MCJA Law Enforcement certification preferred.
3–5 years of experience preferred in hospital, security/police, emergency medical…