Public Safety Officer

Company: Lee Health
Location: Cape Coral
Posted on: August 23, 2020

Job Description:

Officer patrols all areas of their assigned location in all weather conditions. Patrols are conducted on foot or in a variety of vehicles. Patrol areas include hospitals, business occupancy areas, and other areas as assigned. Efficiently maintains a safe and secure environment. Officer provides assistance to visitors, patients, employees and others with general, Public Safety, and safety issues of all Public Safety related incidents, including but not limited to acts of physical violence. Immediately responds to all emergency and disaster situations. Officer assists patient care staff as required. Officer follows broad instructions and operates within the guidelines of established System policies and applicable local, state, and federal laws in carrying out duties. Officer maintains a high code of ethics, moral conduct, confidentiality, and professionalism. Officer maintains a flexible schedule and is able to respond to any Lee Health location. Officers are assigned a diverse set of additional duties as needed to complete a task or mission. May be required to engage and physically control acts of aggression and threatened acts of violence.

Educational Requirements

Required:

* High school or equivalent (GED)

Experience

Required:

* One year of full time experience in law enforcement, healthcare public safety, military or other related field

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Required:

* Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of employment

* Class D Security License from Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services - need state issued license or proof of application ( state issued acknowledgement card ) within first 30 days of employment. Proof of State issued license to be provided within 90 days.

Additional Requirements:

* All license/certification must be current and active at all times

Certifications/Registration Requirements

Required:

* Successful completion of Lee Health Public Safety training program within 30 days of employment

* IAHSS Advanced Level Certification (CAHSO) within 60 days of employment

Additional Requirements:

* All license/certification must be current and active at all times

Other Requirements:

* Basic computer skills such as typing, using Public Safety software programs, and writing concise detailed reports with proper spelling and grammar. Ability to use basic electronics such as a digital camera, closed circuit television equipment, Digital Video Recorders / DVDs, and multiple line telephones, handheld radio and other Public Safety equipment as assigned.

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