Emergency Medical Technician

Erickson Senior Living; New Jersey; On-site; USD 27,207 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO Plans

401k with 3% match

Onsite medical centers

Discount on food and drinks

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living in New Jersey is seeking a Campus Security and Emergency Services Officer II (EMR/EMT) to safeguard residents and support emergency operations without ambulance duty.

This full-time role offers shift options 7:00 am - 7:00 pm, 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, or Per Diem/Part Time, a valid driver’s license, CPR and EMR certifications, and opportunities for growth within a growing senior-living network.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Prior experience in Security and/or Emergency Medical Services preferred.
• CPR for Healthcare Providers certification required.
• EMR certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular patrols of the property and relief staffing for the gatehouse.
• Respond to emergency and routine calls for service and enforce traffic rules.
• Coordinate with dispatch and security during calls for service.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide efficient care using basic interventions.
• Document incidents with detailed reports in the online system.

Skills

Security experience

Emergency Medical Services

EMR certification

CPR certification

Driver's license

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Cedar Crest Village by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Campus Security and Emergency Services Officer II (EMR/EMT) at our gated retirement community. In this role, you will support and implement our Security and Emergency Services programs while actively engaging with residents to promote safety and well‑being—all without the demands of riding an ambulance.

Current available schedules are Full Time 7:00 am - 7:00 pm OR 7:00 pm-7:00 am OR Per Diem/Part Time.

Valid Driver’s License is required.

What we offer

• 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
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on‑site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How you will make an impact

• Perform regular patrols of the property, provide relief staffing for the gatehouse, and respond to emergency and routine calls for service
• Enforce all traffic and parking regulations
• Respond to calls for service from dispatch and security
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide efficient care utilizing all basic interventions
• Follow up on reports of missing items, theft, vandalism, and other potential criminal activity
• Utilize local police, fire, and EMS effectively during emergencies
• Complete thorough and detailed incident reports using our online report system

What you will need

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Prior experience in Security and/or Emergency Medical Services is preferred
• Proactive, vigilant and detail‑oriented approaches with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency and effectiveness
• Current CPR for Healthcare Providers certification
• Current Emergency Medical Responder certification (Higher level certification/licensure is acceptable as a condition of hire, however new hires will be required to obtain EMR certification within 30 days)

Compensation: $19.75-$24.00/hour

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Cedar Crest is a beautiful 130-acre continuing care retirement community in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. 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. Cedar Crest 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.