Must be physically fit and able to walk all areas of the facilities and grounds, to restrain those who need restraint and be able to assist nursing staff with lifting patients of all sizes.
Demonstrated competence with handgun, hand cuffs, baton, non-crisis intervention certification and two-way radios.
High School Diploma or its equivalent required
Verbal De-escalation training must be completed within 60 days of hire
BLS required within 60 days of hire
Expandable Baton training, defensive tactics training, firearms training, weapon qualification, and firearms retention training must be completed prior to letter of authorization to carry is issued
Successful completion of all pre-employment and post offer assessments to include the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory -2 (MMPI-2-RF-PCIR); the California Psychological Inventory (CPI); the Police and Public Safety Selection Report (PPSSR); the Personal Experience Inventory (PEI) and a clinical interview by a third personal psychologist
Will be required to take random drug test screening
Valid Driver's license required
Candidates must maintain an acceptable driving record to meet CHRISTUS Health standards for positions requiring driving.
Must hold an active Level 3 Commission with the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau (TDPSPSB).
New hires who have completed the TDPSPSB security commission course must obtain their commission prior to hire.
Officers may not carry a weapon on duty until completing 40 hours of training and receiving a letter of authorization from the CHRISTUS Vice President of Security to carry a CHRISTUS Health-assigned weapon.
