Security Officer-Nights
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Shift/Schedule: Thursday-Monday 9:30p-5:30aKey Functions* Enforce safety and security regulations to assure the safety and security of Menninger staff, patients, guests, buildings and properties.* Demonstrate proper knowledge of safety and security regulations.* Take immediate action to correct and/or report any obvious unsafe conditions or actions.* Interact with those who violate safety and security regulations in a firm but professional manner.* Perform patrols per departmental guidelines to serve as a deterrent to criminal activities.* Patrol designated areas as directed.* Investigate suspicious activities and potentially hazardous conditions.* Notify proper authorities when situations warrant such action.* Respond appropriately to emergency situations* Respond to emergency incidents in accordance with existing policies and procedures.* Assist and cooperate with outside law enforcement agencies.* Assist during investigations of criminal activities.* Identify and preserves evidence.* Completes monthly inspections of emergency equipment to help ensure patient and staff safety.* Completes monthly inspection of fire extinguishers and exit lights in assigned areas reporting any deficiencies to Facilities Administration.* Operate switchboard and monitor the fire panel during evening and overnight shift.* Completes monthly Hazard Surveillance Rounds in assigned areas.* Completes rounds according to departmental guidelines. Any deficiencies are properly recorded and reported to Facilities Administration.* Display appropriate professional conduct and maintain professional appearance under all conditions and circumstances while interacting with visitors, staff, patients and guests.* Makes recommendations for corrective action if prescribed standards are not met.* Maintain compliance with MC-202 Seclusion and Restraint.* Accurately documents incidents and activities.* Prepares clear and concise reports.* Documents all activities and incidents encountered while on duty.* Submit reports in proper format to supervisory staff.* Assist with maintenance of Fleet Vehicles as outlined on Preventative Maintenance Work Orders.* Assure continuity of Facilities Management mission statement through punctual, regular attendance and reliability.* Does not abuse or take advantage of PTO or time management systems.* Provides proper notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness.* Consistently is on time and ready to work at the start of the shift.* Is willing to adjust work schedule and/or hours to help during emergency and crisis situations.* Assure the successful operation of the Facilities Management Department.* Accepts accountability for compliance with Menninger policies and procedures.* Identifies and reports unsafe hazards to supervisor.* Participates in Corporate Compliance educational presentations.* Demonstrates, by practice a comprehensive understanding of relevant portions of Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct by carrying out work tasks in accordance with the Plan and the Code.* Actively participates in the Team STEPPS program.* Demonstrates an understanding of developmental tasks and special needs for, and the ability toestablish rapport with children, adolescents, adults and older adults/geriatrics.* Complete other duties as requested.* Accepts additional assignments willingly.* Demonstrates an ability to perform a variety of duties, maintains flexibility as departmental needs change.* Demonstrates an ability to respond to changing workloads and crisis and emergency situations.* Provide excellent customer service.EducationRequired:* High School diploma or equivalent.License/Certification* Eligible to obtain Non-Commissioned Security Officers license through the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security; must obtain within 60 days of employment.* Licensed to operate a motor vehicle in the state of Texas and be insurable by Menninger.* Must obtain within 60 days of hire: MANDT and defensive driving.ExperienceRequired:* Minimum of one (1) year experience in security, law enforcement or military.* Ability to initiate and follow through on special assignments without supervision, ability to adapt to changing demands of the position.* Ability to work well under little supervision and demonstrate ability to utilize supervision effectively.Desired:* Prior employment in the health care industry.