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Work Shift Evening
Work Day(s) Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time 6:00 AM
Shift End Time 2:30 PM
Worker Sub-Type Regular
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
Experience
3 years of experience in security, law enforcement, fire, military, safety, EMS or similar occupation
Preferred Qualifications
Some College
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Certification Summary
Valid Georgia driver’s license with clean driving record, at applicable location
Heartsaver CPR or BLS CPR at orientation or within 3 months of employment
Successfully pass crisis prevention and handcuffing training within 12 months of employment
International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety basic certification within 6 months of employment and advanced certification within 9 months of employment (external candidate)
International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety basic certification upon consideration and advanced certification within 3 months of promotion (internal candidate)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to write complete, accurate, and concise incident reports
Ability to function independently of constant supervision
Ability to provide sound judgment and confidentiality in handling of sensitive information
Attention to detail and organization
Calm under stress
Problem-solving
Empathic listening
Alertness and Observation
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and the use of a personal computer
Job Responsibilities
Patrols assigned location on foot or in vehicle, checking and reporting irregularities of security and safety issues, policy compliance, parking concerns, and other important matters.
Preserves order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the hospital pertaining to personnel, visitors, patients, and premises.
Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations.
Responds and acts as first responder to incidents of fire, medical emergencies, bomb threat, flooding, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents.
Responds and intervenes in high stress crisis situations such as officer/medical staff needing assistance, patient elopement, physical assaults, behavioral health de-escalations and abductions.
Assists Division of Family and Children Services, Risk Management, Safety, Nursing, Administration, law enforcement, and social workers in the protection and safety of personnel, patients, visitors, and property.
Investigates incidents reported by employees, visitors, physicians, and patients and reports all incidents verbally or through incident reports by end of shift.
Serves as an Officer in Charge during the Shift Supervisor’s absence ensuring that all security operations continue to include Security Control.
Assists Supervisor and/or Manager with development of staff by being available to teammates, acting as a resource to help complete complicated/complex tasks and serving as a field training officer for new officers and the team.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address 1571 Northeast Expy NE
Job Family Security
Work Shift Evening
Work Day(s) Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time 6:00 AM
Shift End Time 2:30 PM
Worker Sub-Type Regular
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
Experience
3 years of experience in security, law enforcement, fire, military, safety, EMS or similar occupation
Preferred Qualifications
Some College
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Certification Summary
Valid Georgia driver’s license with clean driving record, at applicable location
Heartsaver CPR or BLS CPR at orientation or within 3 months of employment
Successfully pass crisis prevention and handcuffing training within 12 months of employment
International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety basic certification within 6 months of employment and advanced certification within 9 months of employment (external candidate)
International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety basic certification upon consideration and advanced certification within 3 months of promotion (internal candidate)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to write complete, accurate, and concise incident reports
Ability to function independently of constant supervision
Ability to provide sound judgment and confidentiality in handling of sensitive information
Attention to detail and organization
Calm under stress
Problem-solving
Empathic listening
Alertness and Observation
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and the use of a personal computer
Job Responsibilities
Patrols assigned location on foot or in vehicle, checking and reporting irregularities of security and safety issues, policy compliance, parking concerns, and other important matters.
Preserves order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the hospital pertaining to personnel, visitors, patients, and premises.
Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations.
Responds and acts as first responder to incidents of fire, medical emergencies, bomb threat, flooding, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents.
Responds and intervenes in high stress crisis situations such as officer/medical staff needing assistance, patient elopement, physical assaults, behavioral health de-escalations and abductions.
Assists Division of Family and Children Services, Risk Management, Safety, Nursing, Administration, law enforcement, and social workers in the protection and safety of personnel, patients, visitors, and property.
Investigates incidents reported by employees, visitors, physicians, and patients and reports all incidents verbally or through incident reports by end of shift.
Serves as an Officer in Charge during the Shift Supervisor’s absence ensuring that all security operations continue to include Security Control.
Assists Supervisor and/or Manager with development of staff by being available to teammates, acting as a resource to help complete complicated/complex tasks and serving as a field training officer for new officers and the team.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
Primary Location Address 1571 Northeast Expy NE
Job Family Security
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