Shift Supervisor - Yonkers

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

SUMMARY

Perform responsible work involving a variety of specialized assignment in a homeless family (with children) shelter; does related work as required. Shift Supervisor reports to the Security Manager. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train new security employees in all aspects of the facility.
• Maintain level of expectation of requirements for security office and traffic intervention.
• Assist Facility Manager, preparing and executing fire drills (as well as fires) or in other cases.
• Make rounds randomly through the facility (interior and exterior) for surveillance of hazardous situations, trespassers, illegal activities, etc.
• Respond by phone or in person to request for assistance from Shift Supervisors at other locations.
• Complete assigned paper work responsibilities i.e., log, incident reports, CPS reports and all other reports.
• Monitor reception area and security at front desk area daily.
• Maintain safety and security of clients and staff.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Enforce drug free workplace policy and no smoking rules.
• Attend and conduct various meetings and training’s as needed.
• Back‑up Security Manager as directed.
• Check inventory of equipment daily.
• Provided leadership in emergency situations within the security department.
• Fulfills all job responsibilities of a Client Care Monitor.
• Perform all related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Associates Degree in social services, criminology or related field; or equivalent experience required. A valid N.Y.S Security Guard License, Fire Guard License, and certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI). Must possess a general knowledge of security systems. Ability to solve problems; ability to make decisions based on factual information a must. Knowledge of video surveillance and fire detection / alarm notification system a must. Shift Supervisor must own their own vehicle and have knowledge of public transportation system. A home phone number is mandatory. Must be flexible on days and hours of availability. Must have shelter knowledge and be familiar with CARES and DHS shelter protocols. Bilingual English/ Spanish preferred.

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 hard working 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. (EOE)

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.