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Security Officer

Silver Lake Hospital
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026

Silver Lake Hospital of Newark, NJ is seeking to hire a full time Security Officer to maintain overall security of the facility. The Security Officer will work various shifts including weekends.


ABOUT SILVER LAKE HOSPITAL

Silver Lake Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital with a reputation of providing patients with a place to heal before heading home. A long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) is an acute care specialty hospital that provides highly advanced and focused care for higher acuity patients who have not responded to short-term treatment in traditional general hospitals. The average length of stay in an LTACH is 25 days as compared to a 3-5 day average stay in a general hospital. Our safe and state of the art hospital is designed to admit and care for the most critically ill patients.


POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for maintaining overall security of the facility, including the protection of patients, employees, and hospital property. The Security Officer is responsible for the enforcement of hospital safety and security policies, performing required rounds and dealing with emergencies as they arise. In addition, the Security Officer must demonstrate the ability to think clearly and independently and work collaboratively with all peers.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Current state-issued drivers license in good standing.
  • Valid SORA certification.
  • At least one (1) year of security experience preferred.
  • Must possess emotional maturity, honesty, reliability, as well as an ability to understand and follow instructions.

Security Officers earn a competitive wage of $15.49/hour. We also offer generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, supplemental insurance, free life-long term disability insurance, free parking in a safe and secure garage, paid time off (PTO).


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