Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

As a Emergency Department Specialist you will serve and safeguard clients in a fast-paced healthcare environment. An Emergency Department Specialist (EDS) provides continuous and uninterrupted observation of patients who have been identified by licensed hospital staff to have behavioral health challenges and need to be observed for patient and staff safety. The EDS is responsible for responding to all emergencies and ensuring a safe environment of care for patients, hospital staff, and fellow officers.

Pay rate - $ 26.82 an hour

Requires open availability for days and shifts able to work- part time/ on call/ float with potential to go full time

Great Benefits

401k

Paid Holidays

Must be clean shaven - Mustache only trimmed to upper lip

No visible tattoos on the top of the hands, neck anything not covered by long sleeve or collar

Must have CA Driver's License

Must be able to multi-task at a high level

Responsibilities:

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities

• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner

• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

• Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities

• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner

• Provide continual observation of behavioral health patients

Minimum Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience

• Must be vaccinated for Covid 19.

• Must abide by the following grooming standards: Must be clean shaven, no visible tattoos, no large piercings or unnatural colored / styled hair.

• Must be comfortable with physically restraining patients when prompted.

• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment dealing with highly escalated individuals.

• Must be willing to hold over at the end of their shift, as needed.

• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.

• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.

• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment. *A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record will be required

• High school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable work experience in any field

• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment

• Post offer, must be able to successfully complete the training requirement and obtain a Management of Assaultive Behavior certification as complete Advanced Emergency Department training

• Prior work experience involving dealing with customers, troubleshooting, and/or managing stressful situations

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to write informatively, clearly, and accurately

• Must be able to work independently with little to no direct supervision

• Strong organizational and decision-making skills; must be able to assess and evaluate situations effectively

Minimum of 6 months of security experience is preferred.

Perks and Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions

• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals

• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities

• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

Job ID: 2024-1214508

Location: United States-California-Walnut Creek

Job Category: Security Officer