Protection Services Officer
- Port Hardy, BC, Canada
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- Posting language
- English
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Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Team Leader, Protection Services, the Protection Services Officer maintains and enforces security of persons and property in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. If applicable, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and the incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12, successful completion of recognized Basic and Advanced Security Training certification, Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA Level 2) plus one year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Holds a valid B.C. Security Guard License with applicable handcuff endorsement. Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
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Responsibilities
The Protection Services Officer at Island Health will keep people and property safe and enforce the health authority's security policies and procedures. The role also includes helping improve quality and safety across the organization.
Requirements
Candidates need Grade 12, Basic and Advanced Security Training, Intermediate First Aid, and one year of recent related experience, plus a B.C. Security Guard License with handcuff endorsement and a Class 5 driver's licence.
Skills
- Security patrol
- Enforcing security policies
- Incident response
- Intermediate First Aid
- Basic and Advanced Security Training
- Verbal and written communication
- Dealing with the public
- Organizing work
- Operating security equipment
- Handcuffing and restraint
- Driving a motor vehicle
Categories
- Security & Safety
- Healthcare
Keywords
- security officer
- protection services
- security guard
- patrol
- incident response
- first aid
- B.C. Security Guard License
- handcuff endorsement
- Class 5 driver's licence
- health authority
- hospital security
- access control
- de-escalation
- report writing
Seniority
Entry level
Licences and certifications
- B.C. Security Guard License
- Handcuff endorsement
- Class 5 BC Driver's License
- Intermediate First Aid
- Basic Security Training
- Advanced Security Training
Tools
- motor vehicle
Languages
- English