Job Description

Job Title: Security Officer

Location: Philadelphia PA

Duration: 5+ Months

Job Type: Contract

Note : Temp-to-Perm (Conversion expected within 3 6 months). Top 3 Keywords: 1. PA Act 235 Certification 2. Healthcare / Hospital Security 3. Crisis Intervention / Patient Restraint Response

Top Required Skills:

Security & Safety Enforcement
Customer Service & Conflict Resolution
Emergency Response & Incident Reporting

Must-Have Skills:

Ability to operate CHOP vehicles with a clean driving record
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to respond calmly in emergency or high-stress situations
Basic computer skills (incident reporting systems, MS Office, CCTV, access control)
Ability to work rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends, holidays)
Ability to wear a respirator

Nice-to-Have Skills:

Hospital or healthcare security experience
Prior law enforcement, military, or criminal justice experience
CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification
Healthcare security certification

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff
Perform entry screening, ID checks, badge enforcement, and patrols (foot and vehicle)
Respond to routine and emergency security calls and document incidents
Provide visitor assistance, wayfinding, and customer service
Assist clinical teams during aggressive patient situations and restraint events
Enforce enterprise security policies and escort unauthorized individuals

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED (required)
PA Act 235 certification (must be active prior to submission)
Active driver's license with clean driving record (required)
Ability to qualify for CHOP insurance and drive CHOP vehicles
Willingness to obtain CPI certification within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Management, or related field
1+ year experience in hospital security, law enforcement, military, or related field
Certified Healthcare Security Officer (IAHSS)

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Temporary work, Night shift, Rotating shift,

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