Security Officer - Behavioral Health

Security Officer

Provide security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.

Responsibilities :

• Perform proactive monitoring of and timely responses to potential / actual security threats.
• Investigate, document and manage security incidents and hazards.
• Maintain knowledge / follow policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency / disaster preparedness plans. May facilitate planned drills and simulations.
• Trains and mentor staff on environment of care and emergency management processes and procedures. Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety.
• Provide for traffic and parking enforcement within campus area and participate in patrols.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• For those security officers who are responsible for operating a vehicle, operate in a safe and responsible manner to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.

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Education :

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex / gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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