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Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties (PPOSBC) has a non-paid part-time opportunity for a Safety & Security Intern in Anaheim, CA.

The Safety & Security Intern supports the Security Department in administrative and operational security and safety functions including investigations, training, infrastructure support, technical operations, special investigations, safety and event planning.

Planned Parenthood is looking for individuals who are self-motivated and can work well independently as well as with others. This is an opportunity to get exposure to enterprise physical and technical security operations, electronic security systems design and administration, enterprise corporate security operations, risk mitigation strategies, policies and procedures, protection principles, legal aspects of safety and security, emergency planning and crisis management. The candidate will have an opportunity to work with the proprietary security management team on matters involving law enforcement agencies during escalations including vulnerability assessments and assist with contract security operations. Administrative responsibilities include support for the security infrastructure including surveillance networks, alarm systems, access management, and all other security-related requests and concerns. The candidate will assist the security team with developing and delivering training, crisis management, and emergency response.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education:

Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student in the field of Security Management, Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, Criminology, Law, Cyber Security or other related fields (e.g. Loss Prevention, Political Science, Sociology, etc.). Engineering or a technical background is strongly preferred.

Language Requirements/Preference:

Required: English.

Other Requirements:

Strong commitment to the mission, policies, goals, and philosophy of Planned Parenthood.

Excellent written and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail, strong professionalism, and an ability to work in a team environment are required.

Able to work flexible hours as needed, which may include evenings and weekends.

Must have reliable transportation.

Minimum of 1 semester/quarter time commitment

Agency Standard Requirements:

Strong commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service is required.

Must thrive in a fast paced, rigorous environment with changing priorities.

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Must demonstrate high level computer skills including; Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Electronic medical records experience may also be required.

This position requires travel to other sites and locations; if using a personal vehicle to meet this requirement, a valid CA driver's license and current auto insurance in compliance with the minimum requirements of CA vehicle code are required.

Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers and in part through the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services provided at all PPOSBC locations and by all PPOSBC employees, and supporting these critical services is an essential job duty and fundamental responsibility of all employees.

Essential Functions: Essential functions encompass the required tasks, duties and responsibilities performed as part of the job and the reason the job exists.

Assist Security team with gathering, organizing data and managing case files.

Assist with administration of technical operational enterprise security systems.

Provide support for special event security in coordination with other departments.

Organize and maintain emergency documentation, as directed.

Help coordinate training, events, drills, and assessments.

Other duties as assigned.

Internship Benefits:

Offer exposure to enterprise security operations in a variety of unique working environments including healthcare, office administration and special event planning.

Opportunity for practical experience and training in protective security operations field work, surveillance, emergency management/crisis management principles and safety.

Develop an understanding of risk management strategies while working in a team environment that fosters a culture of safety and security.

Gain office experience in a dynamic and fun work environment.

Have a skills-based internship where they will learn skills that can be used in future employment.

Receive recommendations and references for graduate school, internships, fellowships, awards, and jobs.

Gain school credit and/or community service-learning hours.

Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES - WE CARE:

• Welcoming: Anticipates customer requirements and gives high priority to customer satisfaction and service.  Handles problems quickly and efficiently.  Maintains a pleasant, positive and professional approach. Embraces opportunities to help team members, stakeholders, and other departments.
• Equitable: Creating equitable access and opportunity for all through education, practicing inclusive behavior, elevating others' voices, creating spaces for honest conversation, and listening without judgment.  Values and uplifts our collective diversity within in our agency.
• Confidential: Respects the information shared by our patients, employees, and vendors and maintains appropriate confidentiality.  Follows all policies and laws that protect private & privileged information.
• Accessible: Is available and approachable to others, open-minded, fair and non-defensive.  Appreciates constructive feedback and is a team player.  Demonstrates good listening skills.
• Respectful:  Values diversity and treats everyone with dignity and courtesy.  Dependable and courteous of other people's time and commitments.
• Empathetic: Demonstrates interest and understanding in other people's feelings, attitudes and reasoning.  Maintains an open and non-judgmental demeanor that is patient, flexible, and understanding.