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Roper St. Francis Healthcare lists this Protective Services Officer Unarmed – Security and Safety – Mt. Pleasant Hospital opportunity in mount pleasant, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Protective Services OfficerScheduled Weekly Hours: 32Work Shift: Nights (United States of America)Shift: Monday - Thursday 10:00pm-6:30amReports to: Supervisor, manager, director of protective services# of Direct Reports: 0Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionThe Protective Services Officer provides internal and external safety/security functions to support the general safety of BSMH facilities to include participation in investigations and detentions when warranted. Protective Services officers are assigned to an area and respond to radio and/or telephone calls for routine and/or emergency assistance.Essential Job FunctionsProtects patients, visitors and employees by providing escorts, patrolling grounds, and mitigating environment of care safety hazards.Deters criminal activity through routine patrols of all hospital property to include all parking lots and decks.Enforces policies e.g. parking regulations, visitation policies, drug enforcement, and tobacco free/smoking policy.Monitors hospital activity on closed circuit television to be alerted to any escalating situations that may require protective services involvement.Intervenes in patient, visitor and/or staff confrontations as appropriate.Documents all duties performed to include completion of daily activity logs and incident reports.Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures, alarm response, evacuation and internal and external disaster plans.Responds to emergency situations and hospital alarms as designated.Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.Remain on assigned post and complete all post specific duties. Ensures that post and patrol vehicles remain clean, neat and free of all non-work-related material.Follows organizational policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.Maintains and presents self in professional manner at all times when on duty.Maintain proficiency and standards with all issued equipment.This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationValid driver's license (required)BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required within 6 months of hire)EducationHigh school diploma or GED (required)Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred)Work Experience1-2 years of security, law enforcement, or miliary experience (preferred)TrainingNon-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (Required within 6 months of hire)LanguageN/APatient PopulationDemonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.Neonates (0-4 weeks)Infant (1-12 months)Pediatrics (1-12 years)Adolescents (13-17 years)Adults (18-64 years)Geriatrics (65 years and older)X Not applicable to this positionWorking ConditionsX Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.X General office environment.X May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.X May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.X May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*X May be required to use physical restraints.X May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*X May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.X May have periods of constant interruptions.X Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.X Prolonged periods of working alone.____ Other:____ Not applicable to this position* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.Physical RequirementsPhysical DemandsFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) XLifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) XPush/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) XPush/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) XStoop, Kneel XCrawling XClimbing XBalance XBending XWork PositionFrequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%Sitting XWalking XStanding XAdditional Physical Requirements/HazardsPhysical RequirementsX Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)X Perform shift workX Maneuver weight of patientsX Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordingsX Reach above shoulderX Repetitive arm/hand movementsX Finger DexterityX Color VisionX Acuity – near____ Not applicable to this positionHazardsX Depth perceptionX Use of Latex productsX Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergentsX Exposure to moving mechanical partsX Exposure to dust/fumesX Exposure to potential electrical shockX Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energyX Exposure to high pitched noisesX Gaseous risk exposureOther:____ Not applicable to this positionSkillsHard/Tech/Clinical Skills :Basic skills using Microsoft WordDemonstrate proficiency in the use, maintenance, and safety protocols for defensive tools and restraint equipment (e.g., batons, handcuffs, body-worn cameras, soft restraints), in alignment with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.Maintain strong technical skills in radio communication, report writing, surveillance systems, and access control software, with the ability to accurately document incidents and coordinate effectively with clinical teams and law enforcement.Soft/Interpersonal Skills:Effective Communication, Active Listening, Empathy, Conflict ResolutionRoper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.What we offerCompetitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health
Worksite address
mount pleasant, SC, 29464, US
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