Security Officer

Description

• Full time : 11pm-7am
• Part time: 7am-3pm =24 hours
• Part time: 3pm-11pm = 24 hours

Job Summary: Provide a safe, secure environment for JKV residents, employees, visitors, and property

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide staffing at all JKV entry gate houses, confirming approved access of all vehicle entries;
• Patrol on foot, security vehicle or golf cart all buildings and grounds ensuring safety and suspicious activity are handled in accordance to JKV Security policies and procedures;
• Provide welfare checks on residents and assist with other duties in the absence of facilities or transportation staff.
• Answer telephone, route calls to appropriate staff and provide general assistance to the caller.
• Write incident reports and operate a computer with basic data entry and Microsoft Office skills;
• Effectively deals with stressful situations, remains calm and stays mentally sharp, assuring sound judgement by referring to security policies and procedures;
• Respond and dispatch all code calls, motor vehicle incidents and any suspicious activity reports;
• Locking and unlocking of buildings and application of requested lock-outs by residents or staff;
• Communicates with security staff and other departmental staff on a hand-held 2-way radio;
• Works cooperatively in a team environment and able to follow instructions given by supervisor or manager;

Other Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assists as instructed by the resident nurse in lifting and transferring residents;
• Other duties as requested or assigned.

Working Conditions :

• Routinely patrols inside and outside of buildings requiring extensive walking and standing;
• Routinely works various shifts and days and stay mentally sharp
• Exposures to all types of weather, noise, odors, chemicals temperature, infectious diseases, etc.
• On-call or overtime requirements 24/7
• Prolonged standing or sitting

Educational, Physical, and Other Requirements:

• Must pass Level 2 background screening through the Florida Clearinghouse (Learn more:
• Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical requirements may include frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee may be required to lift, stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch or crawl; and smell. Vision abilities may require close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds
• For the safety and security of our residents and patients, employees must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate in English, which is the most universally used language of our resident and employee population.
• Requires possession of a valid Florida Drivers License

Customer/Guest Relations & Communications:

• Must maintain a professional, respectful, friendly demeanor with all residents, family members, guests, and staff at all times.

About the Organization
John Knox Village of Central Florida, Inc., is a Non Profit prestigious full-service retirement community situated on 200 beautiful acres in Orange City, Florida with approximately 800 residents and 600 employees.

Mission Statement:

"Our mission at John Knox Village is to offer an unparalleled experience for a healthy lifestyle throughout our unique community. We provide our residents a responsive healing environment while improving the quality of life for all residents. This is done through a supportive team environment for residents, patients, employees, and clinical staff. We strive to improve the wellness of our community through innovation and pursuit of excellence.'

Vision Statement:

"To be the premier provider and employer of choice for Central Florida."

Core Values: 'HEART"

• Honesty
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Respect
• Team Work

Top Reasons to Work at John Knox Village of Central Florida:

We offer the following employee benefits:

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employer-Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Insurance Options
403(b) Retirement Plan with Match
Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
Banking Services
Employer-Provided Extended Illness
Wellness Program
Free Access to Fitness Center
Discounted Meals
On-Site Nurse Practitioner, Outpatient Rehab, and Pharmacy

EOE Statement
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: John Knox Village of Central Florida is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are looking for a career you can feel passionate about, please click "Apply Now" to join the JKV family!

We are a drug-free workplace employer!

John Knox Village of Central Florida conducts background screenings through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn about the process at

This position is currently accepting applications.