Security Guard - Per Diem

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for safeguarding and protecting residents, staff, and visitors, including, maintaining a visible presence at the front lobby, greeting/checking identification of staff and visitors, performing routine rounds throughout facility, completing and filing incident reports as required, monitoring and responding to computer alarm systems and CCTV systems, and enforcing Center rules and safety codes. Excellent customer service and communication skills are used in all aspects of this role. JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.

However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Understands and promotes Elizabeth Seton Children’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure application with organizational policies and procedures. Continually strive to improve the organization’s systems and/or services. Make decisions as a team to fulfill our mission, share recognition, and learn from failures. Treat every resident, family member, and co-worker with dignity, respect, and courtesy.

Demonstrate consistent, positive attitude with an emphasis on customer service. Maintain a visible presence in the front lobby. Check all employee identification cards. Announce all visitors to appropriate host, issue security passes and maintain visitor’s log. Route incoming telephone calls as needed. Coordinate front desk duties with on-duty receptionist. Provide overhead announcements, as required. Assist Transportation in coordinating drivers for pick-ups/drop-offs, as needed.

Watch for irregularities (e.g. fire hazards, leaking water pipes, oxygen alarm systems, lights left on, malfunctions of equipment or machinery, unlocked security doors), respond to alarms sound alarms, check alarm systems and report incidents or problems to the appropriate authority and maintain/complete incident reports. Perform responsibilities according to facility’s Fire Safety Plan. Patrol areas and check doors, gates and windows for signs of unauthorized entry. Observe and report suspects to police, or apprehend offenders when appropriate and detain them until police arrive.

Monitor computer alarm systems, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) systems and communicate by radio with mobile units to attend alarms. Detect and report all unlawful acts of employees or patrons of the Pediatric Center. Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, department director and/or administrator.

Qualifications

Education and License/Certifications Requirements: High school diploma/trade school diploma or equivalent NY State Security License Required 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Course Required 16-Hour On-The-Job Training Course Required Experience 1 year related…

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