Overnight Shelter Safety & Security Officer

Westhab Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Westhab Inc. in Bronx, NY is seeking a Safety Security Officer to ensure safety of clients, staff and property. The role requires 24-hour operations and overtime.

Responsibilities include inspections, escorting clients, screening entrances with magnetometer/x-ray, crisis intervention, rounds, incident reporting, and interfacing with police and first responders. Requires NYS guard license, 8-hour cert, CPI certification preferred; overtime is mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• NYS Security Guard License is required.
• 8-Hour Annual Certificate is required.
• Fire Guard License for Shelters (F02) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of clients’ rooms.
• Escort clients to appointments as needed.
• Interact with clients and monitor behavior, providing excellent customer service.
• Screen entrances using magnetometer/x-ray to prevent weapons.
• Conduct crisis intervention and document incidents.
• Make hourly rounds throughout the facility.
• Respond to incidents and assist with client intakes.
• Maintain logs and property records; store/return client items as required.
• Coordinate with police and first responders as directed.
• Perform administrative duties at operations desk and monitor alarms.

Education

High school diploma or GED

NYS Security Guard License

8-Hour Annual Certificate

Fire Guard License for Shelters (F02)

Job description

Westhab Inc. in Bronx, NY is seeking a Safety Security Officer to ensure safety of clients, staff and property. The role requires 24-hour operations and overtime.

Responsibilities include inspections, escorting clients, screening entrances with magnetometer/x-ray, crisis intervention, rounds, incident reporting, and interfacing with police and first responders. Requires NYS guard license, 8-hour cert, CPI certification preferred; overtime is mandatory.