Security Officer

Casual (as needed) 

Adena Pike Hospital, Waverly Ohio

Position Summary

Adena Health is seeking dedicated Security Officers to join our Environmental Safety & Security team. Security Officers play a vital role in ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and caregivers across our campuses. This position is responsible for physical security, promoting safety, responding to disruptive situations, assisting with access control, and serving as a key liaison with local law enforcement and fire departments.

Through active patrols, monitoring systems, and customer-focused service, Security Officers enforce policies, use de-escalation techniques, complete reports, and provide critical support during emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required

• Licenses/Certifications:

  • Valid Ohio Driver’s License

  • Completion of a security program with report writing and disruptive situation handling or on-the-job training within 90 days

  • De-escalation training within 6 months

  • IAHSS Basic Level Security Officer Certification within 1 year

  • TASER Certification within 6 months

Preferred: OPOTA or Corrections Officer Training, military, or first responder experience

Experience

• Required: None

• Preferred:

  • 1–2 years physical security in healthcare

  • 1–2 years law enforcement, corrections, or first responder experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations

• Skilled in de-escalation and conflict resolution

• Familiarity with security procedures, patrols, and report writing

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new technology

• Team-oriented mindset with ability to collaborate across departments

Essential Job Functions

• Provide visible security presence through patrols and monitoring assigned areas

• Enforce policies related to access control, visitors, and prohibited items

• Respond to and resolve security and emergency situations, using verbal de-escalation whenever possible

• Assist patients, visitors, and caregivers with directions, escorts, and safety-related needs

• Collaborate with law enforcement and fire departments as necessary

• Conduct fire drills, safety inspections, and preventative maintenance tasks

• Complete detailed reports and maintain accurate shift logs

• Ensure security equipment is functioning and report deficiencies

• Support safety processes across the organization, including snow/ice precautions as needed.

Why Join Adena Health?

At Adena, our mission is “To Care, To Heal, To Educate.” As a Security Officer, you’ll play a critical role in supporting that mission by ensuring a safe environment where healing and care can thrive. We offer opportunities for growth, certification support, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

?? Apply today to join a team where safety, compassion, and service come first.