What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Patrol Officer position at Yale New Haven Health?
Senior Patrol Officer at Yale New Haven Hospital
Join our expanding Protective Services Officer team at YNHH!
Join a team of former Law Enforcement or Military Police professionals in a world class hospital. The team is dedicated to providing a safe environment for all who choose Yale New Haven Hospital for their healthcare or their place of employment. This significant role provides security services to create a safe environment free of criminal activity which allows the YNHH community to achieve its mission and goals. Our core values of integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion are always at the heart of everything we do. As a Senior Patrol Officer, you will work alongside your former peers who collectively total over 25 years of Law Enforcement experience.
Learn about our Benefits :
Full Time (40 hours per week)
Variety of shifts - Evening Shift (3p-11p), Night Shift (11p-7a)
Generous Paid Time Off & Competitive Pay Rates
Comprehensive Medical & Health Insurance available day one of hire
Tuition Assistance
Career Ladder for Professional Development
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Responsibilities
Security and Patrol – Direct and indirect rounding on patient care floors to support clinical staff. Indirect rounding on exterior assigned areas to look for suspicious and criminal activity.
Reporting – Documenting all incidents as they occur through written communication in the hospital approved reporting system. Be the conduit to local Law Enforcement as needed.
Support Functions – Support clinical staff in all areas of the hospital in the performance of their duties. Perform vehicle, walking, and money escort assignments.
Qualifications :
Education : High school diploma or GED required, plus graduation from a Connecticut or other POST approved Police Academy.
Experience : 5 years of police experience, or former Military Police experience required.
Licensure : Must have held or currently hold a Police Officer POST Certification, current driver's license with acceptable driving record, and State of CT pistol permit.
Must maintain current qualifications for the State Security Officer License. Individuals must maintain a valid Connecticut State Security Officer Pistol Permit. Must successfully pass an annual mandatory pistol re-qualification course to maintain a Senior Protective Services Officer assignment. Failure to do so will result in a temporary / permanent reassignment to a different job classification, or termination of employment.
Effective communication skills – verbal and written. Utilize excellent de-escalation skills.
Active listening and effective decision-making skills in a sustained high stress environment.
Must be able to stand for lengthy periods of time and be in the appropriate physical condition for position demands.
Equal Employment Opportunity
YNHHS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Education :
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience :
Police : 5 years (Preferred)
Military Police : 5 years (Preferred)
License / Certification :
Police Officer POST (Previously held also accepted) (Required)
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