Security Officer

Responsible for performing security services through interaction with the public, patients, and employees. This position provides security at specific locations, responds to security issues, and provides access assistance as requested. This role reports suspicious circumstances and emergencies, ensuring the protection of designated areas. The value you'll bring to the team: Performs all security-related tasks as assigned by the Supervisor and keeps them informed of unusual activities and events. Acknowledges and responds to alarms, determines the source of the alarm, and provides proper assistance. Utilizes and maintains all issued and operated equipment, including radio equipment, and complies with all applicable laws and department policies and procedures. Provides initial direction and support in emergency situations, performs facility lockdowns, and screens visitors and employees seeking entry after hours. Documents all crimes, incidents, and safety-related irregularities per department policy and procedure. Assesses situations with consideration for the age of individuals involved, gathers information pertaining to incidents such as thefts and accidents, and accurately completes appropriate documents in the correct format. Intercedes in disputes, both physical and verbal, using verbal de-escalation techniques, and manages aggressive behavior utilizing authorized training techniques. Administers initial first aid as appropriate. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications The expertise and experience you'll need to succeed : High School Grad or Equiv Required Work Experience Required Ability to read accurately and comprehend, write clearly, and understand in a manner to effectively complete legal reports, narratives, and follow simple directions. Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety rules, penal codes, vehicular codes, radio codes, reports, memos, communications, policies, and other required written materials. Ability to actively listen and communicate effectively through clear speech and hearing Ability to safely operate vehicles, equipment, and communication devices and perform all aspects of the job safely without imposing risk to self and/or others Computer literacy with ability to use basic hospital/security applications and information management systems Good critical thinking skills, and ability to set and quickly reset priorities Ability to work and train in an environment with occurring periods of crisis and stress Ability to recognize faces Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to patients, visitors and/or employees Basic computer skills including, but not limited to, Windows, Word and Excel Knowledge of Access Control and CCTV systems Understanding of Emergency Management principles Driver's License (DL) Required Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Preferred

• Performing security services through interaction with the public, patients, and employees.
• Providing security at specific locations, responding to security issues, and providing access assistance as requested.
• Reporting suspicious circumstances and emergencies, ensuring the protection of designated areas.
• Performs all security-related tasks as assigned by the Supervisor and keeps them informed of unusual activities and events.
• Acknowledges and responds to alarms, determines the source of the alarm, and provides proper assistance.
• Utilizes and maintains all issued and operated equipment, including radio equipment, and complies with all applicable laws and department policies and procedures.
• Provides initial direction and support in emergency situations, performs facility lockdowns, and screens visitors and employees seeking entry after hours.
• Documents all crimes, incidents, and safety-related irregularities per department policy and procedure.
• Assesses situations with consideration for the age of individuals involved, gathers information pertaining to incidents such as thefts and accidents, and accurately completes appropriate documents in the correct format.
• Intercedes in disputes, both physical and verbal, using verbal de-escalation techniques, and manages aggressive behavior utilizing authorized training techniques.
• Administers initial first aid as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read accurately and comprehend, write clearly, and understand in a manner to effectively complete legal reports, narratives, and follow simple directions.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety rules, penal codes, vehicular codes, radio codes, reports, memos, communications, policies, and other required written materials.
• Ability to actively listen and communicate effectively through clear speech and hearing
• Ability to safely operate vehicles, equipment, and communication devices and perform all aspects of the job safely without imposing risk to self and/or others
• Computer literacy with ability to use basic hospital/security applications and information management systems
• Good critical thinking skills, and ability to set and quickly reset priorities
• Ability to work and train in an environment with occurring periods of crisis and stress
• Ability to recognize faces
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to patients, visitors and/or employees
• Basic computer skills including, but not limited to, Windows, Word and Excel
• Knowledge of Access Control and CCTV systems
• Understanding of Emergency Management principles

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Founded in 1904, UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale is DuPage County's only teaching hospital. Conveniently located in the heart of Chicago’s western suburbs, the 261-bed medical center provides expert, compassionate, faith-based care in the Adventist tradition to patients at all stages of their lives. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale has earned a number of nationally recognized awards and safety grades, particularly for its state-of-the art cancer center, Level III perinatal services with neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), pediatric-approved emergency room, and surgical capabilities that include da Vinci™ Robotic Assisted Surgery. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403-B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental Health Resources and Support