Security Officer I

Location McHenry, Illinois
Business Unit McHenry Hospital
Job REQID 135332
Job Function Safety/Security/Infection Control
Shift Day Job (1st)

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Pay Starting at: $20.35+ per hour based on experience

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

• Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
• Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Description

The Security Officer I reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Under the direction of the Security Leadership this position is responsible for adhering to established policies and procedures to protect the hospital from theft and damage, providing protection for patients, visitors, associates, and medical staff, investigating and quelling disturbances, and restraining patients upon proper direction and assistance of medical/clinical staff. This position adheres to and is responsible for the safety standards of Northwestern Medicine including the completion of the mandatory organizational safety standards on an annual basis.

Responsibilities:

• Investigates and quells hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain patient, visitor, and associate security.
• Notifies appropriate city officials (police and fire) and prepares descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Performs regular perimeter and internal patrols of the hospital buildings and grounds to assure protection of patients and property and to prevent the entry of unauthorized persons into the hospital.
• Conducts investigations into incidents of hazardous conditions, reported theft, criminal activity, and any other security or safety issues as reported.
• Attends to the closed circuit TV system per shift assignments.
• Attends to the Access Control System per shift assignments.
• Monitors fire and distress alarms in accordance with post and shift assignments.
• Controls traffic as necessary to assure access by emergency vehicles at all times and access by patients and visitors accordingly.
• Maintains security of restricted areas by checking and locking doors according to pre-set schedules or as required by special circumstances.
• Provides escort service for associates to their vehicles as requested.
• Delivers deceased bodies to the morgue and releases same to authorized persons in accordance with established policies.
• Responds to all emergency codes in accordance with department specific guidelines.
• Alerts the department Manager of any activities or deviation from departmental standards that may require disciplinary action or follow-up.
• Enforces all hospital policies and procedures as directed.
• Officers must display a competent and professional service image yet be approachable and service minded at all times. This image should encourage people to freely ask for assistance or convey information that may allow the officer to prevent problems or reduce exposure of the hospital to damage or loss.
• This position performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High-school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of IAHSS Basic Modules within 60 days of hire.
• Current BLS through AHA within 8 mo of hire
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with a variety of individuals including associates, medical staff, patients, visitors, police, etc.
• Writing skills necessary to complete reports and paper work that meets departmental standards.
• Physical ability to stand and walk during much of your work shift patrolling hospital buildings and grounds.
• Physical ability to respond quickly to emergency situations that may include stair climbing or other physical exertion in the protection of patients, visitors, and staff.
• Physical ability to lift/assist with heavy objects occasionally.
• Valid drivers license.

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare security, police work, or military service

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Pay Starting at: $20.35+ per hour based on experience

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

• Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
• Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Description

The Security Officer I reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Under the direction of the Security Leadership this position is responsible for adhering to established policies and procedures to protect the hospital from theft and damage, providing protection for patients, visitors, associates, and medical staff, investigating and quelling disturbances, and restraining patients upon proper direction and assistance of medical/clinical staff. This position adheres to and is responsible for the safety standards of Northwestern Medicine including the completion of the mandatory organizational safety standards on an annual basis.

Responsibilities:

• Investigates and quells hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain patient, visitor, and associate security.
• Notifies appropriate city officials (police and fire) and prepares descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Performs regular perimeter and internal patrols of the hospital buildings and grounds to assure protection of patients and property and to prevent the entry of unauthorized persons into the hospital.
• Conducts investigations into incidents of hazardous conditions, reported theft, criminal activity, and any other security or safety issues as reported.
• Attends to the closed circuit TV system per shift assignments.
• Attends to the Access Control System per shift assignments.
• Monitors fire and distress alarms in accordance with post and shift assignments.
• Controls traffic as necessary to assure access by emergency vehicles at all times and access by patients and visitors accordingly.
• Maintains security of restricted areas by checking and locking doors according to pre-set schedules or as required by special circumstances.
• Provides escort service for associates to their vehicles as requested.
• Delivers deceased bodies to the morgue and releases same to authorized persons in accordance with established policies.
• Responds to all emergency codes in accordance with department specific guidelines.
• Alerts the department Manager of any activities or deviation from departmental standards that may require disciplinary action or follow-up.
• Enforces all hospital policies and procedures as directed.
• Officers must display a competent and professional service image yet be approachable and service minded at all times. This image should encourage people to freely ask for assistance or convey information that may allow the officer to prevent problems or reduce exposure of the hospital to damage or loss.
• This position performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High-school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of IAHSS Basic Modules within 60 days of hire.
• Current BLS through AHA within 8 mo of hire
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with a variety of individuals including associates, medical staff, patients, visitors, police, etc.
• Writing skills necessary to complete reports and paper work that meets departmental standards.
• Physical ability to stand and walk during much of your work shift patrolling hospital buildings and grounds.
• Physical ability to respond quickly to emergency situations that may include stair climbing or other physical exertion in the protection of patients, visitors, and staff.
• Physical ability to lift/assist with heavy objects occasionally.
• Valid drivers license.

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare security, police work, or military service

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.

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