Security Officer - Onsite

Title: Security Officer - Onsite

Mandatory skills:

Security,
fire extinguisher, safety equipment, safety inspections,
electronic cameras, radio communication equipment, telephones,
customer service, law enforcement,
vehicle maintenance, radio maintenance, NVCI,
hospital, healthcare, forensic hospital, crisis intervention,
surveillance, security equipment, security policy, security clearance,
patient intervention, patient interactions, patient safety,
investigation, report writing, problem solving, documentation

Description:

The Contract Security Officer I position will provide daily rounds, including egress/ingress control of Civil Hospital, Forensic Hospital and the client 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 that enables all individuals to perform to their fullest potential free from discrimination

Notes:
This position will be 40 HR/Week, with four (4) 10 HR Shifts (4 Days on, 3 days off).
9:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Onsite

VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.

Contact Details :

VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008