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Atlantic Health System Security Officer I in Pompton Plains, New Jersey
Responsible for protecting company's property and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment. Provides security by positioning himself/herself within a building entrance, more specifically, at or near the front desk/check in area. Ensures that all employees and visitors are properly greeted and checked in. Answers questions and directs individuals to the proper locations throughout the facility. Notifies employees of arriving visitors and directs them to meet and escort their guests. Follows proper security protocols by obtaining and issuing proper identification of anyone entering the facility.
The position is a Full Time Security Officer position at Chilton Medical Center. The Primary responsibility will be the Main Lobby post. Shifts are varied. Candidate must be available for recall on short notice. Ideal candidate requires High School diploma/GED, college preferred; valid NJ Drivers license with good driving record; minimum of 1 full year of Security, Law Enforcement or Military experience. Candidate must be able to clear an extensive background check. Strong customer service, communication skills, and proficient computer skills are imperative. SORA, BLS, CPR, AED Certification and First Aid training highly preferred.
Principal Accountabilities:
Welcomes all visitors and employees entering the facility. Conducts security checks on all visitors and notifies employees of their arrival.
Ensures all employees check in using their assigned company badge/security card. Assists employees who do not have or have lost their badge.
Patrols and monitors an assigned area; reports suspicious activities to local authorities.
Monitors surveillance cameras, inspects property, and monitors crowds.
Contacts law enforcement or fire department in case of an emergency.
After business hours, may checks doors and windows, to ensure the property is secure.
Investigates reports of suspicious activity on the property.
Reasonably detains persons suspected of criminal activity until law enforcement arrives.
Escorts discharged staff, trespassers, and other unwelcome parties off the premises.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
A valid driving license with a clean record is required.
LEVEL I - 0-3 years of prior experience - High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors' Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience. All legally/reasonably expected certifications needed for function and level. Work assignments are straight-forward and of moderate complexity. Makes decisions regarding own work, approach, and priorities. Typically receives detailed instructions on work, approach and priorities. No leadership responsibility.
LEVEL II - 3-5 years of prior experience - Associates/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience. All legally/reasonably expected certifications needed for function and level. Work assignments are varied and require interpretation and independent decisions on course of action. Makes decisions regarding own work methods. Requires minimal direction. Seeks guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.
LEVEL III - 5+ years of prior experience - Bachelors' Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience. All legally/reasonably expected certifications needed for function and level. Regularly exercises independent judgement on matters of significance within defined procedures to determine appropriate actions/approaches. Makes decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components and completion of own tasks/responsibilities of substantial complexity. Work is performed without direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. May model/mentor and teach staff within own function or family.
LEVEL IV - HS Diploma or equivalent. Bachelors' Degree or equivalent combination of education/experience. All legally/reasonably expected certifications needed for function and level. Leads complex projects/activities on regular basis. Determines daily priorities for work group; provides guidance/assists staff on non-routine/escalated issues. Requires little instruction on day to day work and general direction on more complex tasks and projects. Provides work guidance over a function, including checking and assigning work, to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
ABOUT US
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
Located in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, Chilton Medical Center has been ranked the top mid-sized hospital in NJ for six years in a row, according to Castle Connolly. The Leapfrog Group gave us an "A" Hospital Safety Grade and we've received the Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. In addition, The Joint Commission recognized us as a Primary Stroke Center. We were awarded the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite. We achieved Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. ANCC’s Magnet Recognition Program® identifies superior quality in nursing care and is the highest national honor for nursing excellence.
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.