Job Description

University Village Thousand Oaks is currently hiring a Full Time EMT Safety Officer to work Thursday-Monday, 11pm-7:00am! The EMT Safety Officer is responsible for responding immediately to all emergency situations at the community. This position will also assist other Safety Department personnel with conducting internal and external rounds, responding to non-emergency calls for service and is required to demonstrate the acts and principles of exemplary customer service to all internal and external customers at all times. 

JOB DUTIES

• The EMT Safety Officer is responsible for responding immediately to all emergency situations at the community. Practices proper First Responder protocols and life safety policies and procedures.
• Assists the Safety Director with random mock testing and training of staff to ensure emergency preparedness.  The EMT Safety Officer is the highest trained medical response officer within the Safety Department.
• Makes scheduled rounds across the community,  both inside and outside the buildings,  to maintain a secure environment for residents and their property, employees,  as well as company property.  Medical bag/A.E.D. should always accompany EMT Safety Officer making rounds. 
• Receives all persons who enter the Community at the Safety Kiosk in a courteous manner, informs, guides, directs or otherwise assists residents, visitors, staff or vendors tactfully and congenially to protect and present the best possible image of the Community.
• Assists with daily door monitoring checks, maintains departmental emergency equipment and supplies to ensure proper functioning, ensures compliance with policies & procedures and reports all discrepancies and unsafe conditions to the Safety Director.
• Regularly maintain contact/communication with other Safety personnel during the course of the shift.
• The EMT Safety Officer is required to demonstrate the acts and principles of exemplary customer service/hospitality to all internal and external customers at all times. Responding to and documenting customer complaints in a professional manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Current First Aid, CPR, AED, and EMT certification required.

•  Minimum 1 year of EMT experience preferred.   Ability to use good judgment and stay calm during an emergency.  Previous experience with security, safety and/or medical/emergency response preferred.

• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English required.  Must have effective communication skills both verbal and written, and perform simple arithmetic. 

• Must have high level of customer service / hospitality skills.

• Must be familiar with computers and able to learn/operate safety systems & equipment.

• Prior experience working with senior citizens preferred.

• FBI and DOF criminal record clearance.

CRITICAL FUNCTION:

• THIS POSITION IS ESSENTIAL TO THE SAFETY OF OUR RESIDENTS AND STAFF; AND TO THE OPERATION AND FUNCTION OF THE COMMUNITY. EMPLOYEE MAY BE RECALLED TO REPORT TO WORK FOR AN EMERGENCY, UNUSUAL OCCURRENCE, RESIDENT CARE NEED, VISIT FROM REGULATORY/GOVERNING AGENCIES OR ANY OTHER EVENT DEEMED NECESSARY BY THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATOR, AND DESIGNEE.

ABOUT UNIVERSITY VILLAGE THOUSAND OAKS:

University Village is a resort-style retirement community located in Thousand Oaks, in Ventura County. The community is contained securely on more than 65 acres of picturesque hills and valleys. University Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a variety of villas and apartment homes to hundreds of residents. Full services are provided, including fine dining, housekeeping and laundry, maintenance services, transportation, fitness classes, wellness programs, and numerous activities.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities at our community. We are committed to hiring high quality, professional and caring individuals. We value and recognize the importance of supporting, training, and retaining our employees to better serve our residents. We look for employees with a passion for customer service.

Prior to beginning work at our community, applicants must complete and pass a drug screening, physical exam with tuberculosis (TB) test, and criminal clearance through FBI and Department of Justice (over 18 only). The background search includes minor misdemeanors and DUIs.

University Village offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with match.

Apply online at http://uvto.hrmdirect.com.