Security Officer - Douglas County Health Center

About the role

The Douglas County Health Center (DCHC) hires a Security Officer who works under the direction of the Chief Security Officer or designee. The officer provides maximum protection and safety for residents, patients, County staff and the public, and secures the property and grounds of the health center. Pay is $19.87-$26.88 per hour.

Key responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor the DCHC campus and other assigned properties to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and unauthorized entry, and report threats to the proper authorities.
• Respond to emergency and medical codes and calls, and assist psychiatric patient admissions, searches, restraints and security until assessments are complete.
• Monitor alarm panels, check panic alarms and fire equipment monthly, and take part in fire and disaster drills.
• Monitor parking areas, enforce parking rules and ensure emergency vehicles have clear access.
• Investigate and document illegal activity or accidents, back up security camera footage, and maintain records and incident reports.
• Review the Patient Rights Manual periodically, and provide assistance to residents, patients and the public while controlling situations without unnecessary force.
• Operate a motor vehicle safely when traveling on County business, and attend work regularly.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in law enforcement or security involving public contact.
• Preferred: experience in mental health care facilities and use of Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license, pre-employment criminal records check, post-offer drug screen and physical assessment required.
• Training in Code 55, Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT) and Crisis Intervention (CPI) within six months of hire and retrained annually.

Working conditions

• Work is mostly indoors in an office setting and on campus grounds, but outdoors work exposes you to the elements and construction hazards.
• Shifts may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays and emergency call-ins; work can be stressful and involves lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and 75 pounds occasionally.