Dispatch Coordinator

641 Devonshire at PGA National LLC; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision packages

PTO Plans

401k with company match

Volunteer hours

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living is seeking an experienced Emergency Dispatcher to manage multiple Security & EMS systems from a central location and dispatch emergency and routine calls. You will engage with residents and visitors, providing personalized service and hospitality while prioritizing safety.

Working hours are 7AM to 7PM on weekdays with alternate weekends. The role offers medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401k with company match, and growth opportunities as we expand communities in Florida.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in call taking / dispatching or Emergency Medical Services preferred.
• Ability to maintain composure and situational awareness while dealing calmly with emergencies, ambiguity, and new challenges.
• Effective communication with residents, visitors, and staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Track all pertinent information during your shift, and initiate the first level of the incident report for Security and Emergency Services Officer completion.
• Monitor the Emergency Call System for independent living.
• Track the status of residents involved in emergency situations.
• Monitor Fire Alarm System.
• Dispatch ambulance, private ambulances, or 911 as needed.

Skills

Call taking

Dispatching

Emergency Medical Services

Communication skills

Job description

Location: Devonshire by Erickson Senior Living

Our Security & EMS department is currently seeking an experienced Emergency Dispatcher to manage multiple Security & EMS systems from a central location.

You will dispatch both emergency and routine calls for service, while also building a rapport with residents and visitors by providing personalized customer service and hospitality. Make a difference in people's lives and become part of a team that makes safety a top priority.

Working: 7AM to 7PM weekdays with Alternate weekends

What we offer

• Compensation: $18.00 an hour, commensurate of experience
• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How you will make an impact

• Track all pertinent information during your shift, and initiate the first level of the incident report for Security and Emergency Services Officer completion
• Monitor the Emergency Call System for independent living
• Track the status of residents involved in emergency situations
• Monitor Fire Alarm System
• Dispatch ambulance, private ambulances, or 911 as needed

What you will need

• Prior experience in call taking / dispatching or Emergency Medical Services preferred
• Ability to maintain composure and situational awareness while dealing calmly with emergencies, ambiguity, and new challenges
• Effective communication skills with residents, visitors, and staff at all levels

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description. Please read: The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) requires all new hires to successfully complete and pass an extensive Level 2 background screening, which covers U.S. Federal, State and City checks (submitting fingerprints), prior to the start of employment. For more information you can visit their website: https://info/flclearinghouse.com

Devonshire is a 26-acre resort-style continuing care retirement community located on the grounds of PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Devonshire helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Since 1983, Erickson Senior Living’s national network of managed communities has been devoted to one mission—helping people live better lives. If you're driven to make a difference and feel passionate about what you do, you'll thrive in an Erickson Senior Living career. Experience a work and social environment beyond the traditional office setting, with access to multiple on-campus dining choices, health and wellness facilities, lush green spaces, and so much more. Come see why we’re among the most respected names in senior living, now serving 27,000 residents with a team of more than 14,000 employees.