Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Employee wellness programs
Training and Development
Job Description
CHRISTUS Health is a prominent faith-based, not-for-profit health system committed to providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare services across multiple states, specializing in patient-centered care and community health enhancement. Operating with a mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, CHRISTUS Health integrates clinical excellence with a strong emphasis on holistic support for patients, associates, and visitors alike. The system encompasses a broad spectrum of healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and outpatient centers, making it one of the recognized leaders in the healthcare sector with an enduring commitment to ethical and responsive service delivery.
The role of the Armed Security Officer at CHRISTUS Health is a critical component of ensuring the safety and security of the hospital environment. This full-time position involves maintaining a constant uniformed presence as a visible deterrent to criminal activity, protecting patients, associates, visitors, and the facility's assets. The officer plays a pivotal role in patrolling hospital premises, responding swiftly to emergency situations, internal or external disasters, and conducting preliminary investigations on reported incidents. The role demands the officer to exhibit flexibility in working hours and assignments, including the necessity to travel between different facilities as required.
This position requires adherence to CHRISTUS-approved uniforms and dress codes, reflecting the professionalism and discipline expected within the health system environment. The Armed Security Officer's duties are multifaceted, spanning from enforcing policies and laws to managing parking violations and supporting clinical staff with potentially combative individuals. The officer is also responsible for operating security technologies such as surveillance systems, paging, and radio communications, thereby ensuring effective monitoring and response capabilities.
The successful candidate must demonstrate proficiency with security equipment and computer systems to document incidents and generate reports accurately and efficiently. Mental alertness, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations, including aggressive behaviors and potentially violent encounters, are essential. Physical fitness is also paramount, as the job entails long periods of walking, standing, and sometimes restraining or lifting individuals in line with nursing staff cooperation.
The position emphasizes personal and professional growth by supporting ongoing competency development through the OneCHRISTUS competencies framework and requires compliance with rigorous training, licensing, and certification standards. These include weapon management, verbal de-escalation, first aid certification, and meeting all administrative prerequisites such as psychological assessments and valid driving credentials. The security officer is charged not only with immediate safety concerns but also with promoting a hazard-free environment by identifying and reporting conditions that could pose risks to staff and patients.
Overall, this role is vital to upholding the safety, dignity, and well-being of everyone within the CHRISTUS Health facilities. It embodies a commitment to protect and serve in a healthcare setting where sensitivity, responsibility, and efficiency are demanded under all circumstances.
The role of the Armed Security Officer at CHRISTUS Health is a critical component of ensuring the safety and security of the hospital environment. This full-time position involves maintaining a constant uniformed presence as a visible deterrent to criminal activity, protecting patients, associates, visitors, and the facility's assets. The officer plays a pivotal role in patrolling hospital premises, responding swiftly to emergency situations, internal or external disasters, and conducting preliminary investigations on reported incidents. The role demands the officer to exhibit flexibility in working hours and assignments, including the necessity to travel between different facilities as required.
This position requires adherence to CHRISTUS-approved uniforms and dress codes, reflecting the professionalism and discipline expected within the health system environment. The Armed Security Officer's duties are multifaceted, spanning from enforcing policies and laws to managing parking violations and supporting clinical staff with potentially combative individuals. The officer is also responsible for operating security technologies such as surveillance systems, paging, and radio communications, thereby ensuring effective monitoring and response capabilities.
The successful candidate must demonstrate proficiency with security equipment and computer systems to document incidents and generate reports accurately and efficiently. Mental alertness, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations, including aggressive behaviors and potentially violent encounters, are essential. Physical fitness is also paramount, as the job entails long periods of walking, standing, and sometimes restraining or lifting individuals in line with nursing staff cooperation.
The position emphasizes personal and professional growth by supporting ongoing competency development through the OneCHRISTUS competencies framework and requires compliance with rigorous training, licensing, and certification standards. These include weapon management, verbal de-escalation, first aid certification, and meeting all administrative prerequisites such as psychological assessments and valid driving credentials. The security officer is charged not only with immediate safety concerns but also with promoting a hazard-free environment by identifying and reporting conditions that could pose risks to staff and patients.
Overall, this role is vital to upholding the safety, dignity, and well-being of everyone within the CHRISTUS Health facilities. It embodies a commitment to protect and serve in a healthcare setting where sensitivity, responsibility, and efficiency are demanded under all circumstances.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum two years of armed security experience or honorable military service
- Law enforcement experience preferred
- Healthcare security experience preferred
- Completion of verbal de-escalation training within 60 days
- BLS certification within 60 days of hire
- Completed training on expandable baton, defensive tactics, firearms, weapon qualification, and retention before carrying authorization
- Passed all pre-employment and post-offer assessments including MMPI-2, CPI, PPSSR, PEI, and clinical interview
- Subject to random drug screening
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record
- For Texas, active Level 3 commission with TDPSPSB required
- For New Mexico and Louisiana, completion of 40 hours training and authorization to carry assigned weapon
- Must maintain mental alertness and physical fitness
- Ability to manage stress, aggression, and multiple tasks effectively
- Willingness to work 3 days of 12-hour shifts
- Full-time employment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum two years of armed security experience preferred
- Law enforcement experience preferred
- Healthcare security experience preferred
- Verbal de-escalation training within 60 days of hire
- BLS certification within 60 days of hire
- Completion of training on expandable baton, defensive tactics, firearms, and weapon retention prior to authorization
- Successful completion of psychological and other pre-employment assessments
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Active Level 3 Commission with Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau for Texas positions
- Authorization to carry assigned weapon after required training for New Mexico and Louisiana positions
Job Duties
- Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS competencies
- Conduct frequent security patrols of the facilities and grounds as assigned
- Identify and report trends related to security issues and recommend actions
- Take initial information for incident reports and submit timely with proper grammar
- Respond promptly to service requests via multiple communication channels
- Manage the collection, inventory, and return of lost and found items
- Enforce all rules, regulations, and laws applicable to CHRISTUS Health
- Control and enforce facility parking through patrols and citations
- Assist associates with combative patients or visitors
- Operate security systems including CCTV, radio dispatch, and paging
- Generate electronic reports and correspondence
- Promote safety by reporting hazards during security rounds
- Adapt client care according to physical and developmental needs
- Demonstrate competence with handgun, handcuffs, baton, and other security equipment
- Handle exposure to aggressive behavior and hazardous conditions
- Perform physical activities such as walking, standing, and lifting
- Maintain mental alertness and communication proficiency
- Make immediate decisions regarding laws and policies
- Manage multiple tasks and prioritize under pressure
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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