Security Officer

Local Arizona Only Candidates

This position is for 3rd Night Shift - 9 PM to 7 AM, 40 HR / Week, with four (4) 10 HR Shifts (4 Days on, 3 days off ).

Posting ID # 5020 - Arizona State Hospital (ASH) - Security Officer (3rd Shift- Night / Onsite)

Position Description :

The Contract Security Officer 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.

Duties :

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

Problem-solves, and assists in resolving patient conflict as appropriate

Encourages proper Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) methods to unit staff as well as provides timely information and feedback to on-duty Hospital Security Supervisor, and others as / if necessary

May be involved with vehicle and radio maintenance, safety inspections and related documentation.

Skills :

• Receiving, transmitting, and carrying out written or verbal directives
• Effective verbal de-escalation 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 multi-cultural workforce that reflects the community, promotes equal opportunity at all levels of public employment, and creates an inclusive work environment