Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
Security Officer | FT Evenings | LCMH
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Lake Charles, Louisiana, us, 70612
Career Opportunities with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
A great place to work.
Careers At Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
Lake Charles Memorial Health System is committed to investing in the excellence of our employees by providing competitive compensation, professional growth, and exceptional benefits. We strive to foster an employee-focused culture. As a major teaching facility we offer learning and mentoring opportunities as well as programs to promote employee well-being.
We want the most qualified people to be part of our extraordinary team. Whether your objective is to find a career in nursing, information technology, management or clerical, Lake Charles Memorial Health System has the opportunities you are looking for. Memorial offers its employees medical, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement options, paid time off, tuition assistance & much more to attract and retain employees.
Join us. Become part of our team. Take a look at our job openings and see all of the inspiring possibilities that await you at Lake Charles Memorial Health System.
We place a high value on our employees. We attract talented people who thrive in a team environment, recognize the importance of accountability and strive to exceed our patient's expectations.
Responds to, controls and oversees calls for assistance and alarms taking action and intervening to mitigate situations, protects people and property. Patrols, assesses and secures LCMHS properties and provides escorts and education to internal customers. Enforces criminal ordinances and LCMHS policies and works with law enforcement and other community partners. Carries and uses authorized security weapons.
SUPERVISION Reports directly to the Security Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Responds to security emergencies:
Responds to calls for service, in-progress emergencies, and alarms
Coordinates scheduled emergency drills
Takes action and intervenes per procedure and protocols to mitigate the situations and to reduce injury, prevent property damage or loss
Engages in dynamic, potentially violent encounters, uses empty-hand control techniques, handcuffs and authorized security weapons according to policy
Investigates and reports incidents, and prepares written reports
Responds to behavioral health emergencies, de-escalates, and executes hands on physical interventions under clinical direction
Patrols, and conducts surveillance of LCMHS facilities and properties:
Identifies, assesses and addresses threats and risks to ensure the safety and security of people and property
Conducts patrols to protect people and property
Provides security escorts for patients, visitors and employees at LCMHS facilities and campuses
Controls access to LCMHS facilities and properties
Monitors critical building security systems such as cameras, alarms and access control systems
Maintains and properly operates equipment including radio, weapons, handcuffs, body-worn cameras, emergency vehicles and personal equipment.
Enforces criminal ordinances and LCMHS health system policies:
Detects and interdicts criminal activity
Detains or arrests offenders per policy
Partners with law enforcement
Enforces and issues citations for violations of administrative policies such as smoking, visiting, parking and regulations related to safety and security
Serves as a department liaison to internal partners, community partners and other customers:
Partners with internal customers to identify risk and safety concerns
Provides security, personal safety, workplace violence prevention, and other education to internal customers to support personal safety in and out of the workplace
Provides assistance to patients, visitors and other customers
May participate in organizational regulatory and security committees; other duties as assigned; may be assigned to work varied hours and locations to meet LCMHS needs
Ability to effectively read, write, and speak in English
Ability to write effective reports and maintain written logs
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to perform duties independently
Ability to follow complex instructions
Performs well in a fast paced environment under stressful conditions
Ability to confront and engage disagreeable and potentially violent people
Ability to make decisions and apply good judgment in uncertain situations
Knowledge of security operations and procedures
Basic computer competency
Ability to walk, stand or sit for extended periods
Ability to run, or exert intense physical effort in moving or restraining others
Work inside and outside and may be exposed to unfavorable weather conditions
Ability to qualify and maintain proficiency with security techniques, tools, equipment and weapons, e.g.: defensive tactics, body worn camera, handcuffs, expandable baton, body worn camera, radio, conducted energy device and aerosol subject restraint
All other tasks and duties as assigned.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
High school graduate or GED equivalent
Previous security, law enforcement or military experience preferred
Basic computer skills
Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license and good driving record
Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; Strong quantitative, analytical, and organizational skills; ability to communicate orally and in written form; must be detail oriented
Requires emotional stability and maturity; must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight; exhibits organizational and leadership ability. Must be team oriented with strong interpersonal skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work requires a variety of physical activities, including moving about within and outside of all hospital properties for long periods of time.
Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergent situations.
May be required to assist in controlling disorderly conduct or combative patients.
Ability to walk, stand or sit for extended periods.
Ability to run, or exert intense physical effort in moving or restraining others
Work inside and outside and may be exposed to unfavorable weather conditions
Must be able to frequently communicate with visitors, employees, physicians, patients exchanging accurate information.
Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
Acceptable hearing and vision, able to differentiate the colors red, green and yellow
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.
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A great place to work.
Careers At Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
Lake Charles Memorial Health System is committed to investing in the excellence of our employees by providing competitive compensation, professional growth, and exceptional benefits. We strive to foster an employee-focused culture. As a major teaching facility we offer learning and mentoring opportunities as well as programs to promote employee well-being.
We want the most qualified people to be part of our extraordinary team. Whether your objective is to find a career in nursing, information technology, management or clerical, Lake Charles Memorial Health System has the opportunities you are looking for. Memorial offers its employees medical, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement options, paid time off, tuition assistance & much more to attract and retain employees.
Join us. Become part of our team. Take a look at our job openings and see all of the inspiring possibilities that await you at Lake Charles Memorial Health System.
We place a high value on our employees. We attract talented people who thrive in a team environment, recognize the importance of accountability and strive to exceed our patient's expectations.
Responds to, controls and oversees calls for assistance and alarms taking action and intervening to mitigate situations, protects people and property. Patrols, assesses and secures LCMHS properties and provides escorts and education to internal customers. Enforces criminal ordinances and LCMHS policies and works with law enforcement and other community partners. Carries and uses authorized security weapons.
SUPERVISION Reports directly to the Security Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Responds to security emergencies:
Responds to calls for service, in-progress emergencies, and alarms
Coordinates scheduled emergency drills
Takes action and intervenes per procedure and protocols to mitigate the situations and to reduce injury, prevent property damage or loss
Engages in dynamic, potentially violent encounters, uses empty-hand control techniques, handcuffs and authorized security weapons according to policy
Investigates and reports incidents, and prepares written reports
Responds to behavioral health emergencies, de-escalates, and executes hands on physical interventions under clinical direction
Patrols, and conducts surveillance of LCMHS facilities and properties:
Identifies, assesses and addresses threats and risks to ensure the safety and security of people and property
Conducts patrols to protect people and property
Provides security escorts for patients, visitors and employees at LCMHS facilities and campuses
Controls access to LCMHS facilities and properties
Monitors critical building security systems such as cameras, alarms and access control systems
Maintains and properly operates equipment including radio, weapons, handcuffs, body-worn cameras, emergency vehicles and personal equipment.
Enforces criminal ordinances and LCMHS health system policies:
Detects and interdicts criminal activity
Detains or arrests offenders per policy
Partners with law enforcement
Enforces and issues citations for violations of administrative policies such as smoking, visiting, parking and regulations related to safety and security
Serves as a department liaison to internal partners, community partners and other customers:
Partners with internal customers to identify risk and safety concerns
Provides security, personal safety, workplace violence prevention, and other education to internal customers to support personal safety in and out of the workplace
Provides assistance to patients, visitors and other customers
May participate in organizational regulatory and security committees; other duties as assigned; may be assigned to work varied hours and locations to meet LCMHS needs
Ability to effectively read, write, and speak in English
Ability to write effective reports and maintain written logs
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to perform duties independently
Ability to follow complex instructions
Performs well in a fast paced environment under stressful conditions
Ability to confront and engage disagreeable and potentially violent people
Ability to make decisions and apply good judgment in uncertain situations
Knowledge of security operations and procedures
Basic computer competency
Ability to walk, stand or sit for extended periods
Ability to run, or exert intense physical effort in moving or restraining others
Work inside and outside and may be exposed to unfavorable weather conditions
Ability to qualify and maintain proficiency with security techniques, tools, equipment and weapons, e.g.: defensive tactics, body worn camera, handcuffs, expandable baton, body worn camera, radio, conducted energy device and aerosol subject restraint
All other tasks and duties as assigned.
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
High school graduate or GED equivalent
Previous security, law enforcement or military experience preferred
Basic computer skills
Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license and good driving record
Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; Strong quantitative, analytical, and organizational skills; ability to communicate orally and in written form; must be detail oriented
Requires emotional stability and maturity; must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight; exhibits organizational and leadership ability. Must be team oriented with strong interpersonal skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work requires a variety of physical activities, including moving about within and outside of all hospital properties for long periods of time.
Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergent situations.
May be required to assist in controlling disorderly conduct or combative patients.
Ability to walk, stand or sit for extended periods.
Ability to run, or exert intense physical effort in moving or restraining others
Work inside and outside and may be exposed to unfavorable weather conditions
Must be able to frequently communicate with visitors, employees, physicians, patients exchanging accurate information.
Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
Acceptable hearing and vision, able to differentiate the colors red, green and yellow
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.
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