Public Safety Officer
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Job Profile SummaryThis role focuses on preventing workplace accidents and promoting health and safety awareness and education to individuals within the organization. This is an entry-level role that typically requires little to no prior knowledge or experience, where work is routine or follows standard procedures and is closely supervised.Job OverviewUnder general supervision, perform all duties related to the day-to-day protection and security of hospital assets and information as well as the safety of all persons on hospital property. Conduct proactive patrols of all hospital buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry, and bodily harm to patients, visitors, and staff. Serve as immediate and first responder to crisis situations and document all safety and security incidents in accordance with department policies and procedures.Minimum Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent.Valid state issued driver's license.Must successfully obtain IAHSS basic certification as a Healthcare Security Officer within 1 year of hire.Preferred Qualifications:Associates degree in Criminal Justice or related area.Experience in military, security, or police.Security or first responder certifications such as de-escalation/crisis response, CPR/AED, Stop the Bleed, or Nasal Naloxone Certification.Graduate of an approved law enforcement training program or Police Academy and possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid POST Certification from the Commonwealth of MA.Ability to obtain and maintain a valid MA License to Carry Firearms.Duties and Responsibilities: The duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.Conduct internal and external patrols of all facilities and grounds. Respond to and report on both routine and emergency calls for service.Provide escorts to patients, visitors, staff, and others in conformance with established procedures.Identify security vulnerabilities, safety hazards, and violations of Hospital policy. Take immediate corrective action to mitigate the vulnerability or hazard.Ensure that all individuals have a visible Hospital identification badge and engage those without it appropriately.Grant access to locked areas to authorized staff and restrict access to unauthorized individuals.Maintain composure under stressful circumstances, using trained intervention skills including de-escalation strategies.Provide excellent customer service by assisting and interacting with patients, visitors, and other staff in a professional manner.Complete accurate and comprehensive written incident reports for any incidents occurring upon hospital property.Complete all training requirements established by the department.Physical Requirements:Frequent standing and walking with the ability to stand and/or walk for eight (8) hours.Climb multiple flights of stairs.Lift fifty (50) pounds alone.Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required.Ability to work long, irregular, and odd hours as required.Skills & Abilities:Proficient in communicating, reading, and writing in English.Basic Computer Skills required.Ability to assess potentially dangerous situations quickly and take appropriate action.Trustworthy, helpful, friendly, and disciplined.#J-18808-Ljbffr