Security Guard

ArchCare•New York, NY

12d

About The Position

The Security Guard authorizes entry into the facility and directs people to their destinations. The role monitors security signal systems, takes appropriate action when warning signals are received, and locks and unlocks doors according to schedule. During rounds, the guard notes and reports unsafe conditions and fire hazards. The guard reports significant incidents to appropriate facility authorities, including the Chief of Security and the Nursing Supervisor on duty, or the administrator on call if directed. The role responds to floors and units to enforce visiting policies when problems arise, follows package-pass procedures, and operates the paging system after evening switchboard service ends. The guard also controls keys for various offices and shops and is expected to cooperate with supervisors, fellow employees, residents, and families.

Requirements

Security Guard License
High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

Authorize entry of individuals into the facility and direct them to desired locations.
Monitor security signal systems in the security office or on doors and take appropriate action when a warning signal is received.
Lock and unlock doors according to schedule.
During rounds, note and later report unsafe conditions and fire hazards.
Notify appropriate facility authorities when a significant incident occurs, providing full particulars to the Chief of Security and the Nursing Supervisor on duty, or to the administrator on call if directed.
Respond to floors and units when called to enforce visiting policy when problems are encountered.
Follow package-pass procedures.
Operate the paging system after switchboard service ends during the evening shift and locate and transmit important calls or messages to the appropriate person.
Control keys for various offices and shops.
Be responsible and cooperative with supervisors, fellow employees, residents, and families.