Overnight Shelter Safety & Security Officer

Westhab Inc.

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 45,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Westhab is seeking a Safety Security Officer for the Van Cortlandt Park overnight shift in the Bronx. The role focuses on protecting clients, staff and facility, with access control, incident response and daily patrols.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, NYS Security Guard License, 8 Hour Annual Certificate and Fire Guard License for Shelters, plus strong communication skills. CPI certification is a plus; flexibility for weekends and overtime is required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and prior security experience required.
Must have NYS Security Guard License, and current 8 Hour Annual Certificate.
Fire Guard License for Shelters.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
Certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) preferred.
Must be able to work flexible shifts, weekends and overtime if necessary.

Responsibilities

Perform daily inspections of all clients’ rooms.
Escort clients to appointments as needed.
Interact with and monitor client’s behavior and maintain good rapport by providing excellent customer service.
Control access at the main entrance by screening all clients, and visitors, utilizing magnetometer / x-ray machine to detect and prevent weapons from entering the site.
Perform Crisis Intervene to de-escalate potential crisis situations and document all such situations and interventions.
Make hourly rounds throughout entire facility including all hallways, stairwells, floors, bathrooms, laundry rooms, kitchen, and office spaces.
Respond to incidents.
Assist with client intakes.
Perform daily pack ups and logging of client property belonging to AWOL clients.
Store and remove client property once the mandated storage time have expired.
Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
Complete logs, incident reports and all other required documentation.
Make calls to police, fire department and other first responders as directed.
Perform administrative and receptionist duties at the operations desk; monitor video surveillance cameras, and fire prevention / detection alarm notification system.
Provide duties related to fire incident, evacuation of the building when necessary, utilizing Fire procedure.
Ensure the safety and security of all assigned equipment.
Perform other tasks as assigned.