Security Guard Healing Place

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION:  SECURITY GUARD

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Facilities/Security Director

                                  Healing Place Lead Facilities Worker

SALARY: Step Range: 8-27 Full Benefits

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Management, Regular, Full-Time

LOCATION: Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services/Healing Place/TES

                        Klamath Falls, Oregon 

BACKGROUND:  P.L. 101-630 Level

POSITION OBJECTIVES

The Security Guard will be responsible for providing security for the Klamath Tribal Health-Healing Place/TES.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Immediately intervene in situations that may potentially harm personnel or patients.  Call for outside assistance as needed.

2. Escort individuals who create a disturbance from the facility, and document and immediately report all incidents to the Facilities/Security Director.

3. Take appropriate action on policy infractions, such as loitering or smoking.  

4. Monitor or patrol assigned areas, building and grounds; examining doors, windows, and gates to provide a safe environment for patients and employees of the Klamath Tribal Health-Healing Place/TES.

5. Provide security and guard against theft, vandalism, fire, and illegal entry including but not limited to reporting irregularities such as fire hazards, faulty power outlets, areas in need of repair, leaking water pipes, etc.

6. Upon request escort departing personnel to vehicles to ensure their safety.

7. Document all incidents and emergencies in departmental log. Records must be detailed, accurate and kept up-to-date.

8. Provide information and directions as needed; respond to questions asked by patients.

9. Responsible for monitoring waiting area during open hours.

10. Provide monthly activity reports to supervisor.

11. Like all employees of the Klamath Tribes, the incumbent will be called upon to accomplish other tasks that may not be directly related to this position, but are integral to the Klamath Tribes’ broader functions, including but not limited to, assisting during Tribal sponsored cultural, traditional, or community events that enable the successful operation of programs and practices of The Klamath Tribes as aligned with The Klamath Tribes’ Mission Statement. Some of these tasks may be scheduled outside of regular work hours, if necessary.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

Work is performed under the supervision of the Facilities/Security Director.  Routine tasks are performed with limited supervision.  Assignments are performed according to various established office procedures using set standards.  New assignments are provided in detail, as well as changes in current procedures.  Major or new issues are referred to supervisor.  Work is checked for accuracy, adequacy, and timeliness.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

Ability to make quick decisions and apply safety/security knowledge in emergency situations. 

Ability to use interpersonal communication skills designed to effectively resolve hostile situations.

Ability to recognize and later describe persons or vehicles that may be involved in problems associated with safety and /or security.

Ability to evaluate people and activities, and to intervene as appropriate, this includes being able to observe situation as dangerous and call for backup before attempting to intervene.

Skill in written and oral language to convey or exchange information to individuals in an appropriate manner.

Experience in documenting incidents in report form.

Ability to communicate through computer network, to provide monthly reports to supervisor.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to lift at least 50 pounds or more.

Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time, up to 8 hours, including but not limited to constant bending, stooping, stretching, lifting and walking.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of medical records and adhere to the standards for health record-keeping, HIPAA and Privacy Act requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION

Minimum Qualifications:  Failure to comply with minimum position requirements may result in termination of employment.

• REQUIRED to possess a High School Diploma or Equivalent. (Must submit copy of diploma or transcripts with application.) 

• REQUIRED to possess and maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License, (out of state applicants must receive ODL within 90 days of hire), have good driving record and be insurable by the Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services’ vehicle insurance policy. (Must submit copy of driver license with application.) 

• REQUIRED to obtain and maintain Unarmed Security Training within six (6) months of hire.

• REQUIRED to work an irregular schedule.

• REQUIRED to be in good health and good physical condition, with the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• REQUIRED to work in and outdoors in inclement weather conditions and temperature extremes.

• REQUIRED to submit to a background and character investigation, as per Tribal policy. Following hire must immediately report to Human Resource any citation, arrest, conviction for a misdemeanor or felony crime. 

• REQUIRED to submit to annual TB skin testing and adhere to KTHFS staff immunization policy in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control immunization recommendations for healthcare workers.

• REQUIRED to accept the responsibility of a Mandatory Reporter in accordance with the Klamath Tribes Juvenile Ordinance Title 2, Chapter 15.64 and General Council Resolution #2005 003, all Tribal staff are considered mandatory reporters.

Indian Preference:

Indian and Tribal Preference will apply, as per policy. (Must submit tribal documentation with application to qualify for Indian Preference).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT  

This position description is intended to provide an overview of the requirements of the position.  It is not necessarily inclusive and the job may require other essential and/or non-essential functions, tasks, duties, or responsibilities not listed herein.  Management reserves the sole right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non-essential requirement at any time with or without notice.  Nothing in this job description, or by the completion of any requirement of the job by the employee, is intended to create a contract of employment of any type.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Submit a Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services Application for Employment with all requirements and supporting documentation to:

Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services

ATTN:  Human Resource

3949 South 6th Street

Klamath Falls, OR  97603

[email protected] 

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO PROVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR TRIBAL POSITIONS.

Please Note:  If requirements are not met, i.e., submission of a resume in lieu of a tribal application or not including a required certification, your application will not be reviewed and will be disqualified.

Indian Preference will apply.  In accordance with Klamath Tribal policy, priority in selection will be given to qualified applicants who present proof of eligibility for “Indian Preference”.