Unarmed Security Officer
Job Description
Unarmed Security Officer
Join Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital’s team of caregivers that remain on the leading edge of technology and education all while consistently providing patient-centered healthcare. As part of Cleveland Clinic’s Florida region, Weston Hospital is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and Florida. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Our goal of delivering exceptional services and care goes far beyond the clinical setting. We also have a responsibility to keep our patients, visitors, caregivers, and staff safe and secure. As an Unarmed Security Officer, you will play an essential role in this mission and be a part of our growing organization. You will be responsible for protecting patients, visitors, caregivers, and hospital property by conducting regular patrols and enforcing facility policies.
A caregiver in this position works 6:30am – 3:00pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Patrol the internal/external premises while maintaining a high degree of courtesy and good judgment in dealing with the public.
Monitor visitor conduct, ascertain legitimacy of suspected unauthorized persons, control parking and traffic flows, and enforce parking regulations.
Maintain high tact and diplomacy.
Demonstrate the ability to deal with diverse social, ethnic, and religious groups.
Communicate with the public in a clear and concise manner.
Maintain a working knowledge of traffic, parking, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provide physical restraint against those who endanger caregivers, patients, and visitors.
Provide escort to personnel as appropriate.
Apply restraining techniques, as required, to maintain safety and order within the hospital environment.
Report on safety, security, and/or fire hazards.
Recognize and make recommendations on safety violations and hazards.
Demonstrate knowledge of fire control warning systems, evacuation routes and procedures.
Respond to requests for assistance from clinic personnel, patients, and visitors promptly.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Valid driver’s license (VDL) and maintains requirements for possession of a valid Florida driver's license.
State of Florida Class D license.
Has good oral, written communications, interpersonal and analytical skills sufficient to document investigative activities.
Can maintain a prominent level of confidentiality.
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Chauffeur license.
Two years of experience.
Security, police, military or customer service background.
Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/
Physical Requirements:
- Essential Duties: Demonstrates ability to withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or operating a motor vehicle.
- Physical Duties: Physical Duties: This position requires extensive walking, standing, and sitting. Frequent talking and listening when directing or investigating concerns/incidents.
- Frequent use of the phone, computer, fax machine and company vehicles.
- Working Conditions: The majority of the time the employee will spend commuting between and in the clinical buildings. Potential exposure to blood and blood borne pathogens is minimal while performing inquisitions and interviews. Exposure to chemicals during the course of an investigation may require the use of personal protective equipment
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Proper attire and security accessories. Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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