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Providence St. Joseph Health Senior Security Officer in Walla Walla, Washington
Description Receives general direction from the Security Services Manager or Supervisor Fulfills all the duties and responsibilities required by the Security team related to customer service and maintaining a secure and orderly environment. Performs a variety of technical security duties to protect patients, visitors, caregivers, physicians, property and facilities from unsafe conditions, physical harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry or other criminal activity. Enforces Providence St. Mary Medical Center security policies and regulations. Investigate reports of potential criminal conduct as well as conducts internal investigations as directed. Responds to emergency situations and assists to de-escalate aggressive behavior or potentially violent situations. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Mary Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Required Qualifications: Coursework/Training: Healthcare Security Officer internal training program including MOAB or CPI (management of aggressive behavior or crisis prevention course or equivalent), use of defensive tactics including OC/Pepper Gel, CS gel, handcuffing or other tools as approved by department manager as well as use of medical restraints. To be completed within one year from date of hire. Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request. Preferred Qualifications: Associate's Degree 3 years of Law Enforcement/Security/Military or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in a healthcare setting. Why Join Providence? Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards. About the Team Providence has been serving the Inland Northwest since 1886 when Mother Joseph and the Sisters of Providence founded Sacred Heart Medical Center. Today, Providence is the largest health care provider in Washington located in communities large and small across the state. In eastern Washington, Providence provides care throughout Spokane, Stevens and Walla Walla counties. Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences,