SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Security Manager, the Security Officer protects life and property of all persons on hospital premises and patrols hospital buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, and vandalism. Secures, unlocks, and protects hospital buildings. Responds to security needs of the hospital personnel, patients, and visitors. Participates in performance improvement activities. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Protects life and property of all persons on hospital premises. Deescalates all potentially tense situations. Immediately contacts local police prior to any physical altercations. Patrols hospital buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, and vandalism. Diligently reports any suspicious activity and investigates accidents, incidents, and criminal acts. Secures, locks, and protects hospital buildings and grounds. Responds quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergency situations. Assists hospital staff in de-escalation of tense situations and responds immediately to support the safety of staff. Ensures only authorized persons are admitted onto hospital property. Assists with inquiries made by patients, visitors, or other employees. Maintains current information in daily activity reports/logs, incident reports, lost and found logs, etc. Serves as a member of the emergency response team and responds to codes appropriately. Reports all safety and fire hazards, investigates incidents of unusual circumstances, and reports all incidents to supervisor. Supports all fire/life safety/emergency management drills and education initiatives. Documents incident reports in an accurate and timely manner. Follows appropriate investigative procedures. Must be able to respond quickly to all areas of the hospital. Successfully completes hospital and department specific orientation and ongoing mandatory education requirements in a timely manner. Manage access control at various entrances by ensuring all staff, patients, visitors, and vendors are authorized to gain entry for business/service purposes. Assists with the operation of security systems: CCTV, access control, and incident reporting. Assists in maintaining regulatory requirements, including state and federal regulations. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Maintains a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, staff, and vendors. Should an emergency situation arise (weather related or other emergency related events), senior management may require security staff to remain at the hospital in order to ensure the well-being of our patients is uncompromised and hospital operations are uninterrupted. While these situations are unusual and at times unpredictable, our security staff should be prepared to remain on site. Remains keenly alert at all times, alerting all employees, patients, and others to possible threats or situations requiring immediate attention. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Two to five (2-5) years of experience in the field of law enforcement, security operations, or a related field is required. Experience in a health care setting is preferred. Must be able to successfully clear a background check, including a criminal search. Use or possession of a firearm and/or other weapons is prohibited. Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols preferred.? Ability to obtain state-required security officer credentials, as needed. Ability to perform duties independently. Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing. Basic computer knowledge and skills required. Experience with Microsoft Office preferred. Demonstrated ability to function calmly and competently in high stress situations. Ability to display mental and emotional stamina in situations involving death, multiple patients, family members, etc. Ability to be honest, alert, and well-disciplined. Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Strong customer service skills. Participate in performance improvement activities. EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent (GED). A current Basic Life Support (CPR) American Red Cross or American Heart Association Provider certification or a CPI certification is preferred. Working Conditions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties and responsibilities of this job. The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 75% or more: Talk or hear The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 50 - 75%: Stand / walk The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 25 - 50%: Use hands to finger, feel, reach with hands, climb, or balance Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Lift up to a minimum of 10 lbs and occasionally over 100 lbs. Exposure to Outdoor Weather Conditions Exposure to Extreme Cold or Heat (Non-Weather) Exposure to blood-borne pathogens Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals Exposure to dust or other irritants Exposure to grease or oils Exposure to infections from disease bearing specimens Exposure to infectious/contagious diseases Exposure to cleaning agents/chemicals Exposure to hot or noisy equipment Exposure to humid or wet conditions (non-weather) Exposure to a (insert level) noise level Vision Requirements: Close vision Distance vision Color vision Peripheral vision Depth perception Ability to adjust focus Safety equipment used while performing this job: Safety eye glasses Ear plugs or mufflers Dust Mask Face shields Gloves Boots Pay Range: $20.17-$29.38 Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780 Work Type: 40 Hours Thursday through Monday 3p-11p Work Shift: Evening Driving Required: No Union: United Federation Of Special Police And Security Officers As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself. Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

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