Job Description:
The Contract Security Officer I 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
If resource does not have FPCC, they will need to apply for one upon hiring!
VACCINE REQUIREMENTS:
Rubella/Rubeola Titers OR MMR vaccination
Hep B Titer OR Hep B vaccination
Varicella Titer OR Varicella Vaccination
Current TB skin test OR QTB (with in the past 12 months)
N-95 mask fitting
Required Skills:
Experience as a Security Guard/Officer