Security Guard

GENERAL SUMMARY

To provide security and related services to Cypress Pointe Hospital, its staff, patients, and visitors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting the building, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

· Secure the hospital entrances at scheduled times.

· Exterior patrols are not to be made from sunset to sunrise.

· Obtain help by sounding alarms and calling police, fire and ambulance when needed.

· Prevent loss and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures.

· Control traffic by directing drivers as needed.

· Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses.

· Maintain organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements.

· Ensure continued operation of security equipment and surveillance cameras.

· Positively contribute to the security team effort.

· Ensure the security, safety, and well-being of all personnel, visitors, and the premises.

· Provide excellent customer service.

· Adhere to all company service, operating standards, policy and procedures.

· Comply with local, state, and federal regulations.

· Respond to emergency situations to provide necessary assistance to employees, patients and visitors.

· Protect the hospital's assets relative to theft, assault, fire, and other safety issues.

· Follow procedures for various initiatives, including fire prevention, fire alarms, fire drills, patrolling premises regularly, traffic control, and accident investigation.

· Report suspicious activity, criminal behavior, and security breaches.

· Complete other duties as assigned and/or required to meet the needs of the hospital.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

SKILLS

· Written and verbal communication skills

· Follow instructions

· Knowledge of security, safety and operations policy and procedures

· Manage multiple tasks

· Surveillance skills

· Good judgement

· Control emotions

· Integrity

· Attention to detail

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

· High school, GED or equivalent preferred

· Previous security/loss prevention experience preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Hammond, LA 70403 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hammond, LA 70403: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14