SECURITY OFFICER - ILLINI - Blessing Hospital : Job Details

STARTING RATE: $15.61 (WITHOUT EXPERIENCE)COMPETITIVE BENEFITS Click here ( to review our complete Total Rewards Guide.+ 403b + matching 24/7+ Wellness Center access - Quincy & Pittsfield locationsJOB SUMMARYThis position is responsible for promoting a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees by patrolling parking lots, protecting physical assets, responding to all security issues and maintaining good working relationships with local law enforcement agencies and the Emergency Department officers will need to keep an open line of communication with the Emergency Department staff. Emergency Department Security Officer(s) will serve as the law enforcement liaison. Ability to lift/move/carry objects or persons. Ability to restrain combative patients. Escort incarcerated patients and/or assist law enforcement personal to various hospital areas to maintain hospital policy. Security Officer(s) specified to Emergency Department only will be required to attend daily Emergency Department huddles. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Process (PIP) at Blessing Hospital.JOB QUALIFICATIONSEducation/Training/Experience:REQUIRED:+ High School Graduate or equivalent.+ Obtain Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification within 30 days of hire+ Functions quickly and calmly in emergency situations+ Effective written and verbal communication skills in order to work well as a team and independentlyPREFERRED:+ Typing and computer skills+ Knowledge of security functions obtained through education or work experience (i.e military, law enforcement, fire department, other Medical response positions)+ Previous crisis intervention training and experienceLicense/Certifications/Special Requirements:+ Valid driver's license+ CPR/BLSPay Status:+ Non-Exempt HourlyEEO Statement: Blessing Health System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blessing Health System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Blessing Health System expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Blessing Health System's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.