Security Officer

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Weekend Shift

Description:

Come join the Security team at Mercy Medical Center, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Position Purpose:

The Security Officer performs general security work in the protection of persons, property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules and regulations of Trinity Health Of New England.

What you will do:

• Checks to ensure hospital entrances, doors, and windows are securely locked. Inspects equipment, machinery, alarms, sprinkler systems and so forth to ensure all are properly working. Notifies appropriate personnel of problems as necessary.

• Escorts patients, visitors, and colleagues to hospital parking areas or through buildings as requested.

• Responds appropriately to and carries out proper procedures for the Emergency Operations Plan, Security Operation Plan, and Emergency Codes.

• Maintain a safe environment. Performs other special assignments as requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school level of educational development and up to one (1) year of previous work experience in security or police functions plus three months of on-the-job training and orientation.

• Certification as a security officer or graduation from a police academy preferred. Knowledge of security and law enforcement practices a plus.

• Ability to produce a concise and accurate report. Working verbal and written knowledge of English language is required. Bilingual capabilities in Spanish preferred.

• Must be physically able to assist with the restraint of psychiatric patients during crisis intervention.

• Possession of a valid driver's license for travel to and from other Mercy Springfield facilities as necessary. Must be at least 21 years of age to operate a company vehicle.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Part-Time 16 Hours - Weekend Shift

• Our Mission and Core Values

• Career growth and advancement potential

• Award-winning Patient Access Department

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.