Receptionist/Security

Receptionist/Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors within the Penick Village Community. This role provides hands-on support including campus patrols, resident transportation, emergency response, and customer service at both the Front Desk & Welcome House.

The Receptionist/Security Guard position has the primary role to provide access control to Penick Village, respond to campus emergencies, provide traffic control, patrol the campus, investigate safety/security instances and report, conduct safety drills, monitor alarms, secure buildings, ensure visitors sign in, provide light duty maintenance tasks, and provide transportation for residents. This involves ensuring a safe, secure, and comfortable living environment for residents, visitors, and team members.

Requirements

1. Highschool diploma or GED equivalent required; additional education or training in security, healthcare, or emergency response preferred.
2. Minimum 3 to 6 months in security.
3. Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License
4. Must meet the requirements for Penick Village’s insurance carrier for liability coverage.
5. Ability to successfully train and operate a 14-passenger vehicle, to include wheelchair tie down.
6. EMT or Law Enforcement background preferred but not required.
7. Ability to evaluate and respond to driving situations including, but not limited to, inclement weather conditions, road construction, abrupt stops, and heavy traffic flow.
8. Ability to pass CPR and First Aid training.
9. Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
10. Computer and keyboard skills.