Public Safety Officer - full-time, 3rd shift

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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Position Summary-

Public Safety Officer (PSO) is a uniform position responsible for providing support to Public Safety operations at CW facilities. Duties may include, but limited to, any or all of the following. Patrols assigned areas of facilities and grounds and responds to emergent situations and calls for service.  Performs inspection tours and investigates incidents, as well as, general office or record keeping tasks.  Verbally de-escalates and if needed, physically restrains patients or disruptive individuals. Performs Weapon Screening services to prevent weapons and other prohibited property from entering Children’s property. Secure property/evidence as needed/directed. Liaison with local law enforcement.

Position Requirements-

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification

• Requires a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, ability to be insured by CHHS carrier.
• Currently certified or ability to successfully complete IAHSS Basic certification within 6 months of hire or promotion.
• Currently certified or ability to successfully complete department training in Defensive Tactics for Security (DTS) within 3 months of hire or promotion.
• Currently certified or ability to successfully complete CPR certification – Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 3 months of hire or promotion.
• Currently certified or ability to successfully complete in Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP) or ability to successfully complete required certification within 1 year of hire or promotion.

Education (Experience can be substituted for education)

• High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED).

Experience (Education can be substituted for experience)

• At least one year of previous security experience required. 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children’s values and support our mission and vision.
• Ability to read and write in order to review and complete required incident reports and perform various recordkeeping activities at a level normally acquired through completion of high school.  Post high school coursework in criminal justice or equivalent field of study preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are necessary in order to effectively interact with a variety of hospital employees, staff and visitors, sometimes under potentially stressful situations.
• Basic computer skills in order to utilize current and future equipment and systems (PC software applications, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Hospital software applications EPIC, CAD, Incident Reporting, Surveillance Systems, etc.) at a level normally acquired through attendance at technical courses, related experience or training.
• Analytical skills necessary in order to inspect hospital areas, ensure security of all hospital staff, visitors and patients, and prepare security incident reports, missing property reports, etc.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License Driver's License - State of Wisconsin