Emergency Medical Responder Security Officer

Goodwin Living is a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, dedicated to supporting older adults and those who care for them. The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Security Officer plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive environment for residents, team members, and visitors within the community.

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 3 pm–11 pm.

Pay: $24 per hour.

• Ensure the safety and security of designated properties, assets, personnel, and visitors by regularly patrolling and inspecting premises and controlling access.
• Conduct routine patrols of buildings, grounds, and common areas.
• Monitor security systems, access points, and alarms; report any malfunctions.
• Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities.
• Monitor parking areas, enforce community parking policies, and assist with traffic flow during events or emergencies.
• Be familiar with Goodwin House Alexandria’s natural disaster and emergency management plans and assist with large‑scale emergency preparedness and evacuation planning.
• Write incident reports for on‑premises thefts, burglaries, vandalism, disorderly conduct, and other incidents.

• Respond immediately and effectively to medical emergencies, falls, fire alarms, elopement risks, and other critical incidents.
• Provide first aid, CPR, AED use, and other emergency responder‑level care within the scope of certification.
• Coordinate with nursing team and local emergency services (EMS, fire, police) during emergencies.
• Accurately document incidents, responses, and outcomes in required logs and reports.

• Provide security across the campus and emergency medical response for independent living residents.
• Interact with residents respectfully and compassionately, maintaining dignity and calm during stressful situations.
• Assist residents during emergencies or evacuation procedures.

• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and local regulations governing senior living and emergency response.
• Participate in emergency drills, training sessions, and safety meetings.
• Follow up on reports of missing items, theft, vandalism, and other potential criminal activity.
• Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrences.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a current Emergency Responder Certification (EMT, First Responder, or equivalent).
• Active CPR/AED and First Aid Certification required.
• Valid Security Officer License required.
• Previous experience in security and emergency medical response required; experience in healthcare or senior living highly preferred.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and decisive under pressure.
• Strong observational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Demonstrated empathy and professionalism when working with seniors.
• Proactive, vigilant, and detail‑oriented with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.
• Flexible to work nights, weekends, holidays, and on‑call shifts.

• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Daily Pay:
  Work and get paid the same day
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• ESL, Citizenship Test & GED tutoring
• Staff Emergency Grants
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Free Meals; access to a fitness center, pool, and more

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in an inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent.