Residential Guard

Organization Overview:

Villa Marie Claire is a compassionate and innovative 20-bed residential hospice like no other in the region. From the skilled staff to the natural surroundings, the Villa combines the ambiance of a home-like environment with the peace of mind of a specialized, around-the-clock care team.

Nestled on 26 acres in Saddle River, NJ, the Villa offers a team of specialists focusing on pain and symptom management, ensuring patients experience dignity and comfort during this chapter of life. The Villa embodies the belief that quality can be achieved at every stage, regardless of medical diagnosis or abilities.

Patients enjoy private rooms with a bath and a view of the grounds, free from burdensome symptoms, allowing them time with loved ones. The Villa’s family-focused philosophy invites participation from the patient’s support system, including pets, and offers overnight accommodations for family members.

A Brief Overview :

Shall function as a member of the Villa Marie Claire Security Team providing security services to patients, staff and visitors. In addition, security officers will be knowledgeable of hospital security systems and procedures, local, state, federal guidelines, (related to safety and asset protection) and OSHA, NFPA and JC standards. Will support the concierge as needed.

What you will do:

• Immediate intervention in any situation posing a substantial threat to the life and safety of any individual on/or in property owned or controlled by the facility i.e. code gray, code red, code blue, patient watches, etc.
• Required to complete CPI training and accountable to act in appropriate de-escalating manner.
• Performs vehicle and foot patrol of all buildings, parking lots and grounds to prevent fires, theft and vandalism. Inspects doors, windows and locks to determine level of security.
• Ensures through visual identification, that only authorized individuals are admitted into premises. Issues keys to authorized facility personnel and documents appropriately into log book.
• Demonstrate a courteous, professional, understanding and compassionate demeanor when interacting with patients, staff, visitors, physicians and others.
• Escorts staff and visitors to and from the parking lot as requested. Assists motorists who require assistance on facility property and perform errands for various departments as requested and necessary (man-power permitting).
• Demonstrate working knowledge of computer based security systems i.e. access control, CCTV, fire systems and investigates incidents reported by Villa staff, visitors, physicians or patients.
• Reports all safety and fire hazards observed on routine foot and vehicle patrol. Assists with traffic control by keeping all fire lanes and fire hydrants and ambulance entrances free of vehicles.
• Observes policy concerning fire and safety regulations, infection control standards, smoking restrictions, telephone usage and other rules governing conduct.
• Must be capable of the meeting the physical demands (mobility, agility, and the capability to bend, lift and stretch) of the position as it relates to patrolling, dealing with patients during the evacuation process, unruly individuals, assisting patients and others with physical restrictions i.e. wheelchairs, walkers other physical requirements that present themselves.
• Performs additional responsibilities as needed to support various team functions.

Education & Certification Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience is required.
• Valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record is required. Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) Certification is preferred.

Experience:

• Knowledge in the areas of safety and security with specific expertise in Healthcare Security is preferred.

Job Type: Per Diem

Hours: 2:30 - 11pm and 11pm -7am Weekends

Holy Name is a mission-driven facility whose quality standards and philosophy are rooted in the principles of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. Those principles are exercised daily by the Medical Center's dedicated and talented staff members. Holy Name is an Equal Opportunity Employer.