Security Guard

Encore Healthcare Services; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Healthcare Services is seeking a Full-Time Security Guard for an overnight 8pm-8am shift with every other weekend at a Wilmington, Delaware location. The guard will support the Director of Plant Operations, enforce access control, monitor rounds, and assist in safety training and incident reporting.

The role requires a high school diploma (preferred), a valid Driver's License and Class D Security License, plus CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; must read, write and speak English.
• Valid driver’s license and Class D Security License required.
• CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain it.
• Proficiency with various computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Enforces access control for community entrances and visitors.
• Completes security rounds inside and outside buildings.
• Responds to emergencies per SOP and prepares incident reports.
• Monitors surveillance and radio communications; maintains logs.
• Assists with safety trainings and fire drills.
• Maintains timely, accurate security-related documentation.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma (preferred)

Valid Driver's License

Class D Security License

CPR/AED Certification

Tools

MS Office / Computer literacy

Job description

Encore Foulk is currently hiring for a FT Security Guard. The FT shift is 8pm-8am with every other weekend The Security Guard will work in accordance with established policies and procedures and/or specific instructions from the Director of Plant Operations. The Security Guard is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operation of the Security department to ensure the safety of the Community, its residents, staff and visitors.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES:

During emergencies or natural disasters, employee may be required to report for duty as assigned by the Director of Plant Operations for the duration of the disaster. Responsible for ensuring authorization to admit all incoming traffic according to established Completes assigned Security schedule daily run sheets, avoids overtime as necessary, while keeping the integrity and security of the community. May be on call to accommodate other staff schedules, call-outs, time off, etc. Assists management with maintaining marketing and other community events to provide traffic direction, guest check-in, parking and security as needed. Conducts special projects as assigned by the Director as required. Keeps management abreast of security matters as necessary in a timely manner. Performs scheduled rounds both inside and outside of the buildings to maintain a secure environment. Assists in identifying department needs. Assists in invoicing and processing of invoices for Security. Orders and maintains Security supplies, tools, and forms. Observes and participates in use of Universal Precautions. Responsible for assisting in all phases of safety training including but not limited to performing fire drills and safety inspections and to make recommendations on needed corrections. Monitors and maintains scheduled security checks, walking inspections and radio requests. Responds to the emergency response system following standard operating procedure. Door unlock log, e-call log, doctor run sheets. Responsible for maintaining timely, accurate reports and logs, including, but not limited to, incident reports, safety inspections, repair and service requests, emergency call logs, doctor run sheets and delivering pass-on reports to relief officers. Responsible for immediate notification of all emergencies to appropriate personnel, including, but not limited to, the Executive Director and/or Administrator, Department Heads, Supervisor and Health Center Charge Nurse Maintains acceptable standards of personal hygiene and complies with department dress code. Attends in-service training and education sessions as assigned.

HOSPITALITY FOCUS:

The Community fully embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with residents, co-workers, and guests:

• We greet residents, employees and guests warmly, by name and with a smile.
• We treat everyone with courteous respect.
• We strive to anticipate resident, employee and guest needs and act accordingly.
• We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
• We hold ourselves and one another accountable.
• We embrace and value our differences.
• We make residents, employees and guests feel important.
• We ask “Is there anything else I can do for you?”
• We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.
• We pay attention to details.

WELLNESS FOCUS:

The Community employees are expected to promote a healthy community culture for all residents and employees. This is a whole-person approach to health and wellness which includes eight dimensions of wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual and Vocational. Through these efforts we can ensure and exceed residents’ wellness needs relating to their mind, body and soul, which may also have a positive effect on the employees, as a result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma is preferred. Must have the ability to read, write and speak English. Position requires a valid Driver License. Position requires a Class "D" Security License. Must have the ability to obtain a CPR/AED certification. Prefer security and transportation background. Must have high proficiency using various computer applications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position requires walking or standing 50% of the time. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds. Must be able to move quickly, bend, stoop, squat, twist, climb ladder, maintain balance, and climb stairs. Must have the ability to perform gross and fine motor skills. May be exposed to the elements of weather as duty requires, heat, humidity, rain and exhaust fumes. The remainder of the time the employee is surrounded by regular building comfort conditions. This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration, however its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.