Security Guard Job at Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake in Salt Lake City

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Pay

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Base pay range

$18.25/hr - $24.87/hr

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Hours

40+ hours/week, some nights/weekends — Shift is 11am to 8pm

Program purpose

The Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake (UICSL) is dedicated to our Mission of SERVING THE PEOPLE BY HONORING NATIVE CULTURES, STRENGTHENING HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS, & CULTIVATING COMMUNITY.

Uniform performance expectations

• Fully uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient/client care.
• Adhere to the Standards of Conduct for UICSL, and all professional and ethical standards for the healthcare industry and/or their respective area(s) of expertise.
• Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and dependable manner with patients/clients and co-workers.
• Possess and utilize a strong sense of cultural awareness and interpersonal respect.
• Maintain an active and valid license in the State of Utah (if operating UICSL vehicles).
• Strive to learn and serve in compliance with federal regulations and UICSL policies and procedures, and to seek solutions for issues or problems they encounter in alignment with those resources.

Position summary

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Security Guard is responsible for screening clients, visitors, and staff before entering the UICSL facility as required to ensure the physical and clinical security of all assigned premises. The Security Guard is the first point of contact and will be responsible for the screening of all patients, visitors, and staff prior to entering the UICSL facility. As needed, the Security Guard will implement CDC recommended preventative measures and use personal protective equipment with all clients and visitors entering UICSL facility. The Security Guard ensures operational and functional security for all services provided at UICSL in all facilities, including traffic through clinical spaces, the main entrance of the facility, and associated parking lots; as well as providing information and assistance to clients and maintaining the safety of employees, clients, and facility.

Essential functions, duties and responsibilities

• Observe and monitor all visitors to the facility, and address any suspicious, dangerous or harmful behavior.
• Assist visitors by opening doors for them, providing information on UICSL services and other general customer service duties.
• Patrol inside and outside the facility for safety check, securing the facility, opening and locking gate, all doors/windows are locked and secured.
• Watch and observe security system/cameras.
• Maintain a record of all deliveries and deliver packages.
• Escort any vendors to departments or through the facility.
• Provide safe and secure functions during events.
• Assist setup and takedown equipment before and after events with Support Staff.
• Check and patrol other facilities with UICSL.
• Check and secure all fleet vehicles daily.
• Daily log and debriefing to other security and supervisor.
• Assist in emergency preparedness, including serving a role in evaluation of the UICSL clinic/offices when necessary.
• Work in tandem with the Safety Committee to stay up to date on safety and emergency preparedness principles.
• Assist staff and clients during an emergency, while maintaining order, directing staff and clients to safety locations and ensure facility is evacuated.
• Demonstrate understanding and apply working knowledge of safety policies and ensuring safe practices.
• Actively participate in internal quality improvement teams and work with clients proactively to drive quality improvement initiatives in accordance with the mission and strategic goals of the organization, federal and state laws and regulations, and accreditation standards, when assigned.
• Keep all protected health information (PHI) confidential and abide by HIPAA policies for the release and disclosure of any PHI. Report unauthorized disclosure immediately to the supervisor or HIPAA Privacy Officer.
• Work well under pressure, meet multiple and often competing deadlines.
• At all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with supervisors, subordinates, colleagues, clients and the community.

Minimum qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: One (1) year of Security Guard experience with a corresponding level of responsibility; and one (1) year of relevant work experience in health care field.

Certifications/Licensure: CPR and First Aid Certification (able to obtain after employment).

Other: Must pass a mandatory criminal background check.

Preferred qualifications

Education: An associate degree or advanced/certified Security training

Experience: 3+ years of experience working with AI/AN protective organization or equivalent.

Certification/Licensure: Certified Security Guard or similar credential

Other: Experience working in an I/T/U healthcare facility

Knowledge of and a demonstrated respect for AI/AN history, values, customs, and practices.

Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate strong customer service skills.

Knowledge of de-escalating difficult situations.

Strong problem-solving skills and assertive in challenging situations.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of client, visitor and staff information.

Ability to remain calm under high pressure.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectively.

Ability to anticipate needs.

Demonstrates a positive attitude of service and a respect for American Indian/Alaska Native cultures

Demonstrates dependability, reliability, and a willingness to accept responsibility

Demonstrates capacity to learn and adapt to potentially rapidly changing situations

Demonstrates characteristics of interpersonal effectiveness and conflict resolution

Demonstrates capacities for being assertive with a balance of professionalism and emotional intelligence

Disclaimer: The information in this document is designed to portray the general nature and level of work performance expected by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employees will be asked to perform other related and reasonable duties as needed by their direct supervisor.

Indian Preference Statement: As a federal contractor and in compliance with Sub-Chapter II, Chapter 14, Title 25 of the United States Code, the Act of April 16, 1934 (48 Stat. 596), as amended; and Section 7(b) of the Indian Self-determination and Education Assistance Act, Pub. L. 93-638, 88 Stat. 2205, 25 U.S.C. 450e(b), UICSL gives preference in employment opportunities to American Indians/Alaska Natives (AI/AN) who can perform the work outlined in our Position Description(s) regardless of age, sex, religion, or tribal affiliation (subject to existing laws and regulations). UICSL also extends preference to AI/AN organizations and AI/AN-owned economic enterprises in the awarding of any subcontracts engaged under our funding agreement(s).

To the extent feasible and consistent with effective performance as a federal contractor, UICSL may give preference in employment and training opportunities to AI/ANs who are NOT fully qualified to perform the work outlined in our Position Description(s) regardless of age, sex, religion, or tribal affiliation (subject to existing laws and regulations); and UICSL may provide reasonable opportunities for training including on-the-job, classroom, or apprenticeship training designed to increase the vocational effectiveness of AI/AN employees.

When UICSL is unable to fill our employment and subcontracting opportunities after giving full consideration and preference to AI/AN candidates, UICSL will satisfy our needs by selecting non-AI/AN candidates and subcontractors in accordance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action statues mandating that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. (48 CFR §52.222-26).

Other

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Customer Service
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations and Hospitals and Health Care

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