Unarmed Public Safety Officer, Nights

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for a variety of routine safety and emergency security activities while safeguarding students, employees, visitors, patients and property.
• First responder to all emergency incidents within the assigned facility.
• Responsible for the safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment in the engagement with combative or escalating subjects.
• Demonstrate Piedmont values and excellent customer service to all patients, staff and visitors within a Piedmont Facility.
• Screen for and interdict weapons as they enter a facility.
• Maintains security of the hospital, professional buildings and parking lot/deck.
• Perform incident documentation and initial incident investigation.
• Responsible for actively monitoring all at risk patients and deescalating difficult situations.
• Respond appropriately to aggressive behavior and apply physical restraints.
• Demonstrate respect and courtesy in the conduct of job performance.
• Perform documentation in the medical record.
• Enforces all PHC policies, regulations and applicable state and federal laws.
• Directs traffic when required.
• Assists patients/visitors by giving directions and responding to emergencies.
• Advocates crime prevention and a secure work environment through observation, interaction, and intervention.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• 2 years experience in general security, military or other public safety experience (Preferred)

Qualifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State & adhere to Piedmont's Healthcare Vehicle Safety Program policy 3500 (Required Upon Hire)
• IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer (Required within 1 Year)
• Must pass pre-employment psychological screening (Required)
• Must pass and maintain all training requirements to maintain employment to include certifications in Taser, ASP Baton, Mental Health First Aid, and others as directed (Required)
• Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification (Preferred)