Security Officer

The Security Officer plays a key role in maintaining a safe healthcare environment. Not only is customer service a part of their job description as they are the first to greet visitors who come into the facilities but so is handling confrontations and providing issue management and support. The variety of security and safety related tasks encompass the safeguarding of employees patients visitors providers and property and they include responding to alarms emergency requests de-escalation tactics and resolving safety incidents. At times it will be expected that Security Officers manage agitated or aggressive patients or visitors.

Primary Department Division or Unit:

Security Services UHS Delaware Valley Hospital

Work Shift and Schedule:

This is a per diem position which means you will work on an as needed agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.

Compensation Range:

$21.31 - $30.90 per hour depending on experience

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• OR
• Will accept 3 years of Security Officer experience in lieu of education requirement

Preferred:

• One year experience in a Security related field.

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Must have a valid drivers license and good driving record if candidate will be driving a vehicle while working or if not must have a valid NYS ID Card
• Must meet requirements of New York State Security Guard Licensing program and successfully pass within 3 months of hire.
• CPR/Basic First Aid Certification. There is a 3month grace period from date of hirefor candidates to complete CPR/Basic First Aid certification

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United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned not-for-profit healthcare system in New Yorks Southern Tier comprising four hospitals long-term care and home care services and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the regions population produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact and boasts a workforce of more than 6300 employees and providers.

At UHS our work is guided by our Values of Compassion Trust Respect Teamwork and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our missionwed love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.