What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer-Nights position at Menninger?
Key Functions
- Enforce safety and security regulations to assure the safety and security of Menninger staff, patients, guests, buildings and properties. Demonstrate proper knowledge of safety and security regulations.Take immediate action to correct and / or report any obvious unsafe conditions or actions.Interact with those who violate safety and security regulations in a firm but professional manner.
- Perform patrols per departmental guidelines to serve as a deterrent to criminal activities.Patrol designated areas as directed.Investigate suspicious activities and potentially hazardous conditions.Notify proper authorities when situations warrant such action.
- Respond appropriately to emergency situationsRespond to emergency incidents in accordance with existing policies and procedures.
- Assist and cooperate with outside law enforcement agencies.Assist during investigations of criminal activities.Identify and preserves evidence.
- Completes monthly inspections of emergency equipment to help ensure patient and staff safety.Completes monthly inspection of fire extinguishers and exit lights in assigned areas reporting any deficiencies to Facilities Administration.
- Operate switchboard and monitor the fire panel during evening and overnight shift.
- Completes monthly Hazard Surveillance Rounds in assigned areas.Completes rounds according to departmental guidelines. Any deficiencies are properly recorded and reported to Facilities Administration.
- Display appropriate professional conduct and maintain professional appearance under all conditions and circumstances while interacting with visitors, staff, patients and guests. Makes recommendations for corrective action if prescribed standards are not met.Maintain compliance with MC- Seclusion and Restraint.
- Accurately documents incidents and activities.Prepares clear and concise reports.Documents all activities and incidents encountered while on duty.Submit reports in proper format to supervisory staff.
- Assist with maintenance of Fleet Vehicles as outlined on Preventative Maintenance Work Orders.
- Assure continuity of Facilities Management mission statement through punctual, regular attendance and reliability.Does not abuse or take advantage of PTO or time management systems.Provides proper notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness.Consistently is on time and ready to work at the start of the shift.Is willing to adjust work schedule and / or hours to help during emergency and crisis situations.
- Assure the successful operation of the Facilities Management Department.Accepts accountability for compliance with Menninger policies and procedures.Identifies and reports unsafe hazards to supervisor.Participates in Corporate Compliance educational presentations.Demonstrates, by practice a comprehensive understanding of relevant portions of Corporate Compliance Plan and Code of Conduct by carrying out work tasks in accordance with the Plan and the Code.Actively participates in the Team STEPPS program.
- Demonstrates an understanding of developmental tasks and special needs for, and the ability to
establish rapport with children, adolescents, adults and older adults / geriatrics.
Education
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License / Certification
Experience
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