Security Officer - Evening Shift

EHS Overview:

Episcopal Health Services Inc. (EHS) is a health system located on the Rockaway Peninsula in

Queens, New York. EHS provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care to the diverse

populations of the Rockaways, Five Towns, South Nassau, and beyond. The system offers

comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and rehabilitative services to people of all faiths.

St. John's Episcopal Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission's Health Facilities

Accreditation Program and is approved by the New York State Department of Health. The

hospital is a recipient of the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines-Stroke Quality Achievement

Award and the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines-Heart Failure Quality Achievement Award

from the American Heart Association. Additionally, St. John's is proud to be redesignated as a

Baby-Friendly Hospital by Baby-Friendly USA - the accrediting body

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Type: Full-Time (75 hours biweekly)

Shift: Evenings

Hours: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Pay Range: $32.183 per hour

Job Description

• The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment

for patients, visitors, physicians, and staff throughout the hospital campus.

• Patrol hospital facilities, parking areas, and grounds to ensure the safety and security of

patients, visitors, employees, and property.

• Provide security coverage at hospital entrances by monitoring access, screening visitors,

and responding appropriately to security concerns.

• Deliver exceptional customer service by interacting professionally, respectfully, and

compassionately with patients, families, visitors, and staff.

• Utilize effective verbal de-escalation techniques to safely manage disruptive, aggressive,

or emotionally distressed individuals while supporting a therapeutic healthcare

environment.

• Respond promptly to emergencies, fire alarms, security incidents, workplace violence

events, and requests for assistance.

• Assist clinical staff in maintaining a safe environment for patient care while preserving

patient dignity and confidentiality.

• Monitor Closed Circuit Television (CCTV), security alarms, and communication systems

to identify and respond to potential safety concerns.

• Detain, question, and investigate individuals when appropriate and in accordance with

hospital policies and applicable laws.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Current New York State Security Guard License required.
• Current New York State 8-Hour Annual Security Guard Training Certificate required.
• Initial New York State 16-Hour On-the-Job Security Guard Training Certificate required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association

required.

• Valid New York State Driver License required.
• Knowledge of CCTV systems and two-way radio communications.
• Previous hospital, healthcare, nursing home, law enforcement, military, or security

experience preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively de-escalate difficult situations and exercise sound

judgment in emergency situations.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills with the ability to

interact positively with patients, families, visitors, and staff.

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.