Security Officer

Position Title: Security Officer

Shift: This is a full-time position. All candidates must be able to work a rotating schedule: .

Pay: The hourly rate for this position is $18.00 DOQ. Eligible for shift differentials.

Who We Are:

Walk through our doors and see the difference in the future with senior living and care. Set against a beautiful 1,000-acre natural preserve and just minutes from the shoreline, Essex Meadows leads the way in comprehensive senior living in Connecticut. When you work at Essex Meadows, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company-one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

You Will Enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Resident sponsored appreciation bonus
• Resident sponsored educational scholarships
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Free electric vehicle charging stations
• Daily Pay - Work today, get paid today
• An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of this position:

• Makes scheduled rounds both inside and outside the buildings to maintain a secure environment for residents and their property as well as company property.
• Responds to all fire alarms and apartment emergency calls.
• Develops and maintains a good working rapport with residents, family members, visitors, and personnel to ensure that security procedures meet the needs of the facility.
• Assists with special security needs as they arise involving employees, visitors, and other members of the community.
• Provides a written report of any community incidents during the shift that the Director and other administration may need to be aware of.
• Maintains entrances in facility for safe passage at all times. Shovels and keeps clear exit door walkways during and after snowstorms.
• Accomplishes all work in the order of priority set by supervisor. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor
• Assists with minor mechanical repairs under the direction of a supervisor

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

• Ability to read, write, and understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic.
• Must be able to make decisions quickly and in accordance with established protocol.
• Must have or be willing to be trained in first responder and first aid training.
• One year experience in security preferred
• Hospitality or experience working with seniors preferred

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!

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