Security Officer I, 18 hours per week, Part Time, Days, Overlook Medical Ce at Atlantic Health

Summit, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Patrol, Surveillance Monitoring, Emergency Response, De-escalation, Incident Investigation, Documentation, Computer Database Use, Security Technology Use, Communication, Safety Protocols Adherence, Law Enforcement Collaboration, Response Control Techniques, Incident Command System, Decontamination Training, Customer Service, Traffic Control

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary Atlantic Health System is seeking a Part-Time Security Officer for the Protection and Security Services department at Overlook Medical Center. JOB DESCRIPTION Security and Surveillance * Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to deter and detect criminal activity, suspicious behavior, and unauthorized access. * Monitor security cameras, alarms, and other surveillance equipment to ensure the safety of the premises. * Secure entrances, exits, and restricted areas to prevent breaches or theft. * Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic as needed. * Performs all other duties as assigned, including working 12-hour shifts (including holidays), being available for call-back assignments, and attending and successfully completing all mandatory training. * May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods (up to four hours). Emergency Response to incidents at AH Locations * Respond promptly to disturbances (AH Security Assistance) involving Team Members, Patients and/or Visitors. The Security Officer will deescalate the situation and is responsible to ensure the safety of all persons and property. * Respond promptly to all acute medical events (AH Medical Assistance) to assist clinical staff as needed. * Respond promptly to all fire alarms (AH Facility Alert Fire Emergency) and participate in fire suppression and assist Team Members, Patients and Visitors as needed. * Respond and investigate all missing children (AH Missing Person/Child/Infant) and any suspected infant abduction (AH Infant/Child Abduction). * Responsible to provide Leadership to our Team Members, Patients and Visitors during any Active Shooter situation (AH Active Shooter). * Responsible for assisting all Team Members, Patients and Visitors during any Disaster or Emergency Situation (AH Facility Alerts) Customer Service * Provide directions and assistance to patients and visitors. * Maintain a professional demeanor while addressing complaints or concerns. * Serve as a visible point of contact to reassure staff and visitors that our facilities are a safe environment. Reporting and Documentation * Prepare well written, detailed, and accurate incident reports for all security-related events utilizing the IMC Computer database. * Maintain logs of daily activities to include patient scans, helicopter arrivals, property reports, contraband reports, panic button testing, and forensic patients. * Establish and maintain effective communication with all Team Members. * Proficient in the use of Security Technology to include AHECN distribution, IMC Computer, Mutualink, and Victor Video System. Training and Collaboration * Work closely with hospital staff, including the nursing and administrative teams, to ensure safety protocols are followed consistent with AH Policies and Procedures. * Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services as required. * Participate in the Iron Temple Response Control Techniques (RCT) Training twice per month and maintain a valid RCT Certification with Iron Temple. * Complete the FEMA Incident Command System 100, 200 course and the IS 700 National Incident Management System course. * Participate in the Emergency Management Decontamination Training. * Remain updated on all AH and Protection and Security Services Policies and Procedures. At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: * Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ * Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ * Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ * Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ * Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ * Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ * CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ * Atlantic Home Care and Hospice * Atlantic Mobile Health * Atlantic Rehabilitation We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades: * 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years * Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare * 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare * 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review * Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP * Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) * One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine * One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine * Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets * NJ Sustainable Business Named one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, a World’s Best Hospital by Newsweek and recognized as a Best Regional Hospital in the NY Metro area by U.S. News & World Report. Our Atlantic Neuroscience Institute is the region’s leader in neuroscience care. A hub for the New Jersey Stroke Network, we offer a broad range of advanced neurological, neurosurgical and neurodiagnostic services. We are also certified as a Level IV Epilepsy Center and home to the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center, where more brain tumor surgeries are performed than anywhere else in New Jersey. Our CyberKnife® program is the largest and most experienced in the state. We also have a satellite emergency department in Union, NJ, which treats about 40,000 emergency cases each year. Committed to providing exceptional care, Overlook Medical Center has achieved the prestigious Magnet® recognition. This designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center is the highest national honor for nursing excellence. What’s more, Overlook Medical Center has advanced certification from The Joint Commission for perinatal care and is designated an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center. Additional Joint Commission-certified services include behavioral health care, spine surgery, wound care, and primary care medical home (PCMH). Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member Benefits * Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) * Life & AD&D Insurance. * Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) * 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution * PTO & Paid Sick Leave * Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising * Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave * Backup and On-Site Childcare * Well-Being Rewards * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program * Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts * Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance ____________________________________________ Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. The AHS Protection and Security Services (PSS) team provides 24/7 security coverage at our medical centers and (CMC, HMC, MMC, NMC, OMC, and Union ED) and is responsible for ensuring the safety of all patients, team members and visitors. Uniformed PSS officers are assigned posts and routinely patrol the facilities and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and unauthorized entry. During their tours, officers visually examine doors, windows and gates to ensure they remain intact and secure. Each PSS team member is highly trained to maintain an atmosphere that is calming to patients and welcoming to their families while also being able to deescalate situations in which emotions run high. All officers are specially trained in response control tactics and techniques and are called to respond to occurrences of workplace violence and fire safety. The PSS team is trained and leads our first response to significant events such as (Code Lockdown & Active Shooter, Abducted Child, Building Evacuation, Bomb Threats, etc.). The PSS team controls card access privileges at each of the medical centers; officers are trained to confront all unauthorized persons and, when necessary, contact local law enforcement for assistance. Additionally, PSS has an Investigations Office, which conducts follow-up investigations for all significant cases (i.e., Suspicion of Drug Diversion, Allegations of Assault, Domestic Violence, Workplace Violence, etc.); and an Emergency Management Office, which is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and implementation of emergency management standards system-wide to facilitate a safe environment.

Responsibilities

The Security Officer will patrol hospital premises to deter criminal activity, monitor surveillance, and secure restricted areas, while also responding promptly to various emergencies including disturbances, medical events, and fire alarms.