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Location

Allentown, PA | United States

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Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Safety and Security Specialist serves as a valuable resource of information and service for patients, visitors and the staff at SLPG and System Services locations. At all times, the Safety and Security Specialist must display a professional, helpful, and positive attitude when dealing with all internal and external customers. In addition, the Safety and Security Specialist is responsible for performing security duties and responding to all security alerts, fires, and disasters (i.e. Disasters Levels I, II, III, and IV, etc.). The core responsibility is to protect staff, visitors, patients, and property according to policy and procedures

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as the Safety and Security Committee lead for the SLPG and System Services entities. 
• Partners with HR and Operations to design and implement safety and security-related processes and procedures for these two assigned entities.
• Maintains required entity-specific safety and security-related policies and processes for assigned entities. 
• Assists Human Resources and site Operations teams with escalated employee matters, including termination of employment. 
• Assists with patients that exhibit violent behavior at ambulatory sites.
• Conducts site visits to check safety and share best practices. 
• Travels to System Services and SLPG sites to meet with teams and address any questions/concerns.
• Investigates security-related incidents and documents findings on an incident report.
• Documents and maintains a daily report of activities.
• Responsible for being part of the fire and disaster response teams.
• Demonstrates competence, as a member of the security alert team, in responding to agitation/ violent behavior of an individual requiring verbal de-escalation and/or physical restraint.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Individual must be able to meet established specific physical requirements of the job; sitting for up to eight (8) hour/day, four (4) hour at a time; standing for up to eight (8) hours/day, 4 hours at a time, and walking for up to eight (8) hours/day, 4 hours at a time. Frequent handling and firm griping in moving equipment, rarely fingering and twisting/turning. Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and walking of objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds with assistance if needed. Occasional stooping/bending, crouching, and reaching above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to the ability for addressing questions in educational settings and responding to directives under emergent conditions. Visual acuity as it relates to the ability to read printed information and color perception to interpret warning signs and hazard color coding. Olfaction capability also necessary to detect suspicious or unusual odors.

EDCUATION:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certificate (G.E.D.). Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in security/security related fields

• Two years in a safety position or experience with a public agency such as the Emergency Medical System (EMS), fire service, law enforcement, county emergency management or U.S. Military preferred. Private industry safety experience acceptable.

• Complete International Association for Healthcare (IAHSS) Safety Certificate Program within 90 days of hire. Complete Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) and OSHA 30 certification within one year.

• Must have and maintain valid PA or NJ Driver’s License accepted by the Network insurance carrier and a good driving record. Must be able to travel to entity locations as needed.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

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