Job Information
Berkshire Health Systems Security Officer in Pittsfield, Massachusetts
DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
The primary function of a Safety and Security Officer is to perform varied and specified tasks during designated times relating directly to the observation and documentation that all campus facilities, property and personnel are safe, secure and in accordance with developed policies and procedures.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
Experience:
Proven ability to perform duties and tasks in accordance with established standards. Security Officer, Corrections Officer, Police Officer, intensive behavioral health/residential treatment experience preferred. Experience in hospital environment preferred
Education and Training:
High School Diploma or equivalent
License, Certification & Registration:
DRIVER-Driver's License
De-escalation training within six months of accepting position
CPR Training within 6 months of accepting position
Other Requirements:
Ability to speak, read and write the English language in an understandable manner. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Strong verbal communication, computer and documentation skills. Demonstrated ability to assess potentially violent situations and safely restrain patients and/or visitors when needed. Must be able to react calmly and quickly to diffuse unpredictable situations that may involve physical confrontation. Adaptability to occasional variations in shift commitment. Must comply with all Mandatory Hospital, Joint Commission and Department education and training/competency requirements. MRI safety module.