Security Officer
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DEPT OF HEALTH SERVICES
The Arizona Department of Health Services promotes and protects the health of Arizonas children and adults. Our mission is to promote protect and improve the health and wellness of individuals and communities in Arizona. We strive to set the standard for personal and community health through direct care science public policy and leadership. ADHS promotes alternative work schedules flexible hours. We have positions that can fit any stage in your career from entry to senior level. We offer a robust benefit package including the ADHS Student Loan Assistance Pilot Program where eligible employees can receive up to $437.50 per month for their outstanding student loans. Come check us out and see how you can make a difference in the lives of all Arizonans.
SECURITY OFFICER 1
Arizona State Hospital
Address: 501 N. 24th Street Phoenix AZ 85008
Salary: $17.9616
$19.0784 after 6 month)
Grade: 15
The Security Officer 1 position will provide daily rounds including egress/ingress control of Civil Hospital Forensic Hospital and the Arizona Community Protection & Treatment Center as well as the rest of the campus while providing a physically safe and secure environment.
Responding to and participating in various codes drills and other emergencies building/mall safety inspections and customer service as circumstances dictate
Will be rotated through various assigned posts or as a campus interior rover
Assisting in patient interventions in any way possible to show support to staff
Problemsolves and assists in resolving patient conflict as appropriate
Encourages proper NonViolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) methods to unit staff as well as provides timely information and feedback to onduty Hospital Security Supervisor and others as/if necessary
May be involved with vehicle and radio maintenance safety inspections and related documentation
Receiving transmitting and carrying out written or verbal directives
Effective verbal deescalation techniques and language
Evacuation procedures including the use of fire extinguishers and their operation
Proper investigation and report writing
Monitoring and operating electronic cameras or other safety related equipment such as using radio communication equipment telephones and emergency numbers
Respond to Hospital related codes and able to provide verbal and/or physical intervention in critical patient interactions
Maintain interpersonal relationships with patients/residents staff and other law enforcement personnel and visitors
Interpret and apply policies and procedures
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Perform physical duties such as lifting and carrying
Support a diverse multicultural workforce that reflects the community promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment and creates an inclusive work environment that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination
The ideal candidate will have:
Possess at least two years of progressive responsibility in a security and/or behavioral health setting preferably in a mental health care facility or in hospital/institutional security or law enforcement work experience
This Position Must Have:
Requires a valid Arizona Drivers license and the ability to drive as a rover
A State Hospital employee must be able to obtain a valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card pursuant to A.R.S. 411758.07.
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR and NVCI certifications
Driving is required for State Business.
Employees who drive on state business require possession of and the ability to retain a current valid stateissued drivers license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license checks must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any driver training (See Arizona Administrative Code R210207.11.
The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:
Affordable medical and dental insurance plans
Paid vacation and sick time
10 paid holidays per year
Wellness program and plans
Life insurance
Short/longterm disability insurance
Defined retirement plan
Award winning Infant at Work program
Credit union membership
Transit subsidy
ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program
For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona please visit our benefits page
To help you build a financially secure future the State makes monthly contributions to finance your retirement benefit. The State will make a contribution to the ASRS in an amount equal to your contribution. In other words you and the State will each pay 50 of the total cost of the benefit. New State employees have a 27 week wait period for contributions to begin.
Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. DHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All newly hired employees will be subject to EVerify Employment Eligibility Verification.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
