Shelter Security Shift Lead — Crisis Response & Safety

Westhab; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Westhab, located in Yonkers, NY, is seeking a Shift Supervisor to oversee security in a homeless family shelter. The ideal candidate will have an Associates Degree in social services or related fields, along with valid New York State Security Guard and Fire Guard licenses. Responsibilities include training staff, ensuring safety and security, and providing crisis intervention. Bilingual candidates in English and Spanish are preferred. Join Westhab in making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required.
• Must possess a valid N.Y.S Security Guard License and Fire Guard License.
• Ability to solve problems and make decisions based on factual information.

Responsibilities

• Train new security employees in all aspects of the facility.
• Maintain security office expectations and traffic intervention.
• Respond to requests for assistance from Shift Supervisors at other locations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Knowledge of security systems

Knowledge of video surveillance

Crisis intervention

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associates Degree in social services, criminology or related field

Tools

N.Y.S Security Guard License

Fire Guard License

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification

Job description

Westhab, located in Yonkers, NY, is seeking a Shift Supervisor to oversee security in a homeless family shelter. The ideal candidate will have an Associates Degree in social services or related fields, along with valid New York State Security Guard and Fire Guard licenses. Responsibilities include training staff, ensuring safety and security, and providing crisis intervention. Bilingual candidates in English and Spanish are preferred. Join Westhab in making a positive impact in the community.