Cornerstone Security Worker (Full - Time)

Nia Community Services Network Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 82,656,000; Full time

Job summary

NIA Community Services Network invites applications for a full-time Cornerstone Security position supporting a Cornerstone program located in New York City. You will greet participants, manage sign-ins, log safety concerns, and intervene to diffuse conflicts while coordinating with emergency services when needed.

Responsibilities include handling emergencies, supervising access, conducting security sweeps, and ensuring smooth program operations within NYCHA and DOE-related contexts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Prior security experience and current security certification is required.
• Familiarity with local NYCHA, DOE and youth programming is preferred.
• Experience with crisis intervention and handling medical emergencies is a plus.
• CPR/First aid certification is preferred.
• Must complete NYC DOH Fingerprinting Screening; NYS Register Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Greet participants and visitors in a welcoming, professional manner.
• Sign in participants and verify identification as needed.
• Log medical or safety concerns and intervene to diffuse conflicts on site.
• Respond to all building emergencies and contact emergency services when required.
• Lead on-site procedures and coordinate safety with authorities.
• Perform periodic security sweeps and support Cornerstone program operations.

Skills

Security experience

Security certification

Crisis intervention

CPR/First aid

Fingerprinting clearance

Punctuality

Weekend/evening availability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cornerstone SecurityFounded in 1981, NIA Community Services Network is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing issues that impact youth, families, and seniors. NIA’s mission, to strengthen and empower children, families, and communities through comprehensive programming and vital human services, is evidenced each day through programming that directly supports and enriches the lives of children and families we serve at nearly 50 sites located across many of New York City's most diverse and underserved neighborhoods through after-school programs, summer day camps, cultural arts opportunities, youth and family counseling services, parent workshops, community assistance, referral services, senior support programs, and community events.Visit us at www.niabklyn.org.Cornerstone Programs are located in NYCHA community centers throughout New York City and provide academic and recreational opportunities for children, teens and adults. The center offers services every weekday from 10:00am to 10:00pm, Saturdays from 10:00am to 5:00pm, and during extended hours during the summer and on school holidays.Cornerstone Security personnel are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of a Cornerstone community center.Responsibilities:Greet participants and visitors in a welcoming and professional manner.Ensure participants and visitors sign in as needed and are properly identified before entering the building.Log medical or safety related concerns.Intervene, mediate, and work to diffuse potential conflicts on site.Respond to all building emergencies, including medical, altercations, trespassers, etc.Take the lead on contacting emergency services as needed and manage all on-site procedures if emergency services respond on site.Conduct periodic security sweeps of the building.Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the success and smooth operation of the Cornerstone program.Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Prior security experience and current security certification is required.Familiarity with the Coney Island community, NYCHA housing developments, DOE and youth programming, and DYCD programming is preferred.Experience with effective management of crisis intervention, handling mental health and medical emergencies, and working with people with histories of trauma is a plus.CPR/First aid certification is preferred.Must successfully complete NYC DOH Fingerprinting Screening; New York State Register ClearanceMust be punctual and reliable; Must be available to maintain a full-time work schedule, within the operating hours of the Cornerstone program, including weekend and evening coverage as needed.This is a full-time position with a starting hourly rate of $25 and 35-40 work hours per week.