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Job Type

Full-time

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

We’re looking for a highly competent security officer to join our team to monitor the premises and protect our valued staff, visitors, clients, and inventory. Flexible shifts, hours and locations in Fort Pierce and Vero Beach. Our ideal candidate will have 3 years prior experience as a security officer or guard, as well as training in self-defense and first aid.

He or she will have a sharp eye with quick reaction time in the detection of any suspicious or criminal behavior, and prevention of theft or vandalism. Although you’ll be working under the direct supervision of our security coordinator, we will rely upon you for the protection, safeguarding and security of assets, personnel, clients, visitors, and other people and property on our grounds.

Objectives of this Role

Ensure a safe environment through a team effort of diligent active patrol, strict access control, monitoring, and equipment control
Be visible and observant at all times, greeting staff, guests, and vendors in a courteous and attentive manner
Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency calls for disorderly conduct, disruptive persons, and incidents swiftly and appropriately
Maintain the company’s reputation with professionalism and legal compliance
Collaborate with other security officers for effective protection and coverage

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have a valid Florida Driver's License with 6 points or less in the last 5 years.
Security Class D license a plus.
High school diploma or equivalent
Proven experience as security officer
Helpful, courteous attitude
Certification in first aid, CPR/BLS, and self-defense

Essential Job Functions

Be visible and observant at all times, greeting staff, guests, and vendors in a courteous and attentive manner
Respond immediately to distress calls, panic alarms, and emergency calls for disorderly conduct, disruptive persons, and incidents swiftly and appropriately
Maintain the company’s reputation with professionalism and legal compliance
Collaborate with other security officers for effective protection and coverage
Makes regular checks of the buildings, grounds and offices watching for prowlers or for damage or loss of property.
Investigates while performing rounds of the facility for unusual, suspicious, or extraordinary events, and completes paperwork as needed.
Reports accurately in both verbal and written form any and all incidents.
Maintains accurate records and activity reports as deemed necessary.
Assists Screening and Assessment, Detox, Adult Services Unit, Children’s Unit, and the Transitional Group Home Unit when needed and responds calmly in emergency situations.
Assists the Charge Nurse, AOC, PM, or designee as needed (One to one duties, witnessing documentation, use of CPI, and control of aggression techniques).
Performs other duties as requested.
Miscellaneous duties are performed according to instruction.

Salary Description

$15.00 to $18.00 Depending on experience

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