Security Officer - Administration

Penn State Health - Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute Location: US:PA: Harrisburg Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Night Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour Hours: 7:00p - 7:00a, every other weekend Recruiter Contact: Savannah Paxton at (MAILTO://) _Please note: In fall 2026, the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute is relocating inpatient services in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Holy Spirit Medical Center in Camp Hill. Our team is working closely with the Holy Spirit Medical Center Behavioral Health team and the Penn State Health Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health to ensure a smooth and coordinated transition_ _._ SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Director of Security, the Security Officer is responsible to patrol all assigned areas of the facility. The Officer must respond to all calls/Emergency codes immediately, following protocol that has been established in existing policy. The Officer must enforce facility rules and regulations as directed. Officers will do investigations and inform managers of results. The Security Officers Will also inform the Director of safety issues and ensure the functioning of radios, vehicles and Life Safety Equipment. Security Officers will also assist our customers and other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S): + High School Diploma or equivalency required + Valid Pennsylvania state driver's license + Must obtain Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) certification within six months of hiring required + PA Act 31 Child Abuse Training Certificate PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S): + Graduate of police academy or security course preferred. + A minimum of six (6) months police or security experience preferred. WHY PENN STATE HEALTH? Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community. Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below: + _Be Well_ with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton). + _Be Balanced_ with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave. + _Be Secured_ with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection. + _Be Rewarded_ with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program. + _Be Supported_ by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling. WHY PENN STATE HEALTH PPI? Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) is central Pennsylvania's leader in healing people with psychiatric and substance use disorders to achieve and maintain stability in their daily lives. A comprehensive team of specialists who provide sensitive, compassionate care for children, adolescents, and adults through personalized treatment plans that meet unique patient needs. Located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, PPI has a modern 89-bed, inpatient facility at its Polyclinic campus at 2501 North Third Street. As well as two convenient locations offering outpatient services, the Division Street Clinic, and the Third Street Clinic. We are a Trauma Informed Care (TIC) organization guided by SAMHSA's

Created: 2026-01-30