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Join a dedicated team as a Safety Security Officer at a leading community development organization. This role involves ensuring the safety and security of clients and staff within a homeless family shelter, performing inspections, and providing crisis intervention. You will engage with clients, maintain facility security, and document incidents, all while working in a supportive environment focused on community impact. If you are ready to take on the challenges of this rewarding position and contribute to meaningful change, this opportunity is for you.
JOB TITLE: Safety Security Officer
FLSA: Non-Exempt
DIVISION: Services – Security
REPORTS TO: Shift Supervisor
LOCATION: New York, NY
SALARY: $19.25 PER HOUR
SUMMARY: The Safety Security Officer/Residential Aide is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all clients, staff, and the property around the facility in a homeless family shelter with children. This position reports to the Shift Supervisor and Security Manager of the Facility. Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED and prior security experience required. Must have NYS Security Guard License, current 8 Hour Annual Certificate, Fire Guard License for Shelters (F-02). 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.
AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS: Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hardworking professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)