Public Safety Officer, Skokie Hospital

Overview

Hourly Pay Range: $18.84 - $27.32. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:
Public Safety Officer —

Location:

Skokie Hospital, Skokie, IL — Part Time, 24 hours —

Hours:

Days, 6am – 2:30pm.

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, provides unarmed uniformed security/safety-related services. The services support the department’s mission to provide high quality service and protect persons and property from harm. May also perform duties of bicycle patrol officer.

• Patrols assigned areas of facilities and grounds on foot or in motorized vehicle according to established schedule and investigates unusual occurrences.
• Reports incidents or apparent potential loss of hospital, employee, patient or visitor property through fire, theft or vandalism and, if necessary, involves police and provides assistance during police investigations.
• Responds to all service calls in a timely, safe, professional and courteous manner.
• Welcomes our customers to the hospital. Provides timely and accurate directions to patients and visitors to ensure they understand how to get to any location on hospital grounds. When possible, assists individuals with escort to their destination.
• Directs vehicle traffic in and around hospital facilities to prevent congestion. Ensures areas such as loading docks and ambulance unloading zones are cleared of unauthorized vehicles at all times. Issues parking citations to improperly parked vehicles and maintains record of citations.
• Follows established procedures to restrain unruly patients and/or visitors and individuals posing a threat to themselves, visitors, hospital employees and/or property. If necessary, involves police and provides assistance including court testimony.
• Administers appropriate control systems to protect patient and employee valuables and hospital equipment and supplies, and monitors handling of lost and found items.
• Checks hospital doors and windows are securely locked and inspects equipment, alarms, fire extinguishers and other equipment to ensure proper functioning. Notifies appropriate personnel of problems as necessary.
• Investigates and documents thefts, accidents and other incidents to obtain related evidence and prepare neat, accurate, and complete documentation.

Required Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of one year of experience in a customer-focused service-based organization

Preferred Education And/or Experience

• Knowledge developed through a minimum of two years of experience in law enforcement, military or private security
• Experience in a healthcare environment
• Fundamental understanding of computers, loss prevention and fire/security technology

• Valid Illinois Firearm Owner’s Identification Card is required within 90 days of start date in position
• Current CPR certification issued either by American Heart Association or Red Cross within 90 days of start date in position
• A valid driver’s license is required. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within six months of hire

• Attainment of certification by the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) for their Basic Healthcare Security Officer training course within twelve months of start date in position.

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

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