Security Guard

$25,376 - $31,720/Yr

Brookdale Senior Living - Charlotte, NC

Part-time - Entry Level

Charlotte, NC

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Security Guard at Brookdale Senior Living is responsible for maintaining a secure environment for residents and associates within the community. This role involves monitoring the premises, greeting visitors, responding to emergencies, and ensuring the safety of all individuals on site. The position offers opportunities for professional development and emphasizes the importance of health and wellness for its associates.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure environment for all residents and associates within the building and on the community grounds.
• Greet and monitor visitors and residents coming and going from the building, logging all entries and exits.
• Monitor the inside and outside of the building and the parking lot, reporting any abnormal findings to the Executive Director or proper authorities.
• Lock doors at designated times according to community protocol and check the security of all doors regularly throughout the night.
• Maintain familiarity with and monitor all emergency and safety equipment including security cameras, phones, and life safety systems.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies by contacting appropriate internal and external parties according to established protocol.
• Assist with disaster management efforts and activities during evacuations (i.e., fires, hurricanes, etc.).
• Answer the phone promptly, respond to questions, direct calls, or take messages as appropriate.
• Escort residents and visitors to the parking lot during evening hours as requested.
• Handle leasing inquiries after hours and on weekends, ensuring accurate and timely information is provided to the Director of Sales & Marketing.
• Drive the bus or community vehicle as needed or scheduled.
• Handle minor maintenance emergencies (i.e., plugged toilets, reset breakers, replace light bulbs, etc.) as needed.
• Ensure the lobby and administrative offices are vacuumed and kept clean and neat, notifying housekeeping if cleaning is needed.
• Interact with residents and guests in a friendly and courteous manner, providing assistance and directions as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Fire Safety and Basic CPR/First Aid training required.
• Valid driver's license required for positions that require travel between locations or transportation of residents.

Nice-to-haves

• Basic technical skills to complete repetitive and well-defined duties.
• Basic knowledge of the organization to answer basic questions.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits
• Variety of Associate Discounts
• Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access for Hourly Associates (outside of CA)