Security Guard

Brookdale Senior Living Inc.•Corpus Christi, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Brookdale is recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. We offer an environment where you can become your best self, providing opportunities for career growth through professional development and ongoing health and wellness programs. A full suite of benefits is available, varying by employment status.

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.
Has a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions.
Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties.
Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions.

Nice To Haves

For positions that require travel between locations or the transportation of residents, associate must have a valid driver’s license.
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.
On-Call on an as needed basis.
Requires Travel: Occasionally

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining a secure environment for all residents and associates within the building and on the community grounds.
Greets visitors, monitors the inside and outside of the building, and responds to emergencies.
Greets and monitors visitors and residents coming and going from the building. Logs all residents and visitors in and out.
Monitors the inside and outside of the building and the parking lot; reports any abnormal findings to the Executive Director or to the proper authorities as the situation dictates.
Locks doors at designated time, according to community protocol. Checks the security of all doors regularly throughout the night.
Maintains familiarity with and monitors all emergency and safety equipment including security cameras, phones, and life safety systems.
Responds appropriately to emergencies by calling or contacting appropriate internal and external parties, according to established protocol. Assists with disaster management efforts and activities during evacuations (i.e. fires, hurricanes, etc.).
Answers the phone promptly. Responds to questions, directs calls, or takes messages as appropriate.
Escorts residents and visitors to the parking lot during evening hours, as requested.
May be required to handle leasing inquiries after hours and on weekends, making sure that accurate and timely information is provided to the Director of Sales & Marketing.
Drives the bus or community vehicle as needed or as scheduled.
Handles minor maintenance emergencies (i.e. plugged toilets, reset breakers, replace light bulbs, etc.) as needed.
Ensures the lobby and administrative offices are vacuumed, and kept clean and neat. Notifies housekeeping if cleaning is needed.
Interacts with residents and guests in a friendly and courteous manner, providing assistance and directions as requested.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
Advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.