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Celebrated as the #3 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries.

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued. 

Job Summary:

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. This position is responsible for monitoring the property, responding to emergencies, and providing immediate assistance during medical, safety, or security incidents. The EMR Security Officer serves as a calm, professional first responder, working closely with local emergency services and internal team members to ensure resident well-being and regulatory compliance.

This position will work Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm. There is also a 7am-7pm weekend shift.

The pay starts at $24/hr

Essential Duties:

Safety & Security

· Ensure the safety and security of designated properties, assets, personnel, and visitors by regularly patrolling and inspecting premises and controlling access to the building/property.

· Conduct routine patrols of buildings, grounds, and common areas to ensure a safe and secure environment.

· Monitor security systems, access points, and alarms. Report any malfunctions or deficiencies with systems or equipment.

· Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities and remove wrongdoers or trespassers from the area.

· Monitor parking areas to ensure compliance with community parking policies, address unauthorized or unsafe parking, assist with traffic flow during events or emergencies, and report or escalate violations in accordance with community procedures.

· Be familiar with Goodwin House Alexandria’s natural disaster and emergency management plans. Assist with large-scale emergency preparedness and evacuation planning.

· Write incident reports any on-premises thefts, burglaries, vandalism, disorderly conduct, etc.

Emergency & Medical Response

· Respond immediately and effectively to medical emergencies, falls, fire alarms, elopement risks, and other critical incidents.

· Respond to medical emergencies and provide efficient care utilizing all basic interventions.

· Provide first aid, CPR, AED use, and other emergency responder-level care within 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.

Resident Support & Customer Service

· 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.

Compliance & Communication

· 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.

Qualifications

· Must be at least 18 years old.

· Must have a current Emergency Responder Certification (e.g., EMT, First Responder, or equivalent).

· Active CPR/AED and First Aid Certification required.

· Valid Security Officer License required (as required by state or local regulations).

· Previous experience in security and emergency medical response required. Some 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 approaches with a strong commitment to quality, efficiency and effectiveness.

· Flexible to work nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Retirement Plan- 401(k)
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.