Safety Security Officer at Westhab Inc.

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

19.65

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Experience, Crisis Intervention, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Monitoring, Documentation, Fire Safety, Client Interaction, Access Control, Inspection, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Flexibility, Conflict Resolution

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Safety Security Officer FLSA: Non-Exempt DIVISION: Operations REPORTS TO: Shift Supervisor LOCATION: Bronx, NY SALARY: $19.65 hourly SUMMARY: The Safety Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all clients, staff, and the property around the facility in a homeless shelter. Operations within our facility are 24 hours. This is a relief position that requires face-to-face relief with mandatory overtime. This position reports to the Shift Supervisor and Security Manager of the Facility. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: * Perform daily inspections of all clients’ rooms * Escort clients to appointments as needed * Interact with and monitor clients' behavior, maintaining good rapport by providing excellent customer service. Encourage clients to comply with the facility's policies and procedures. * 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 Intervention to de-escalate potential crises and document all such situations and interventions. * Make hourly rounds throughout the 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 has 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 the fire prevention/detection alarm notification system. * Provide duties related to fire incidents, evacuation of the building when necessary, utilizing Fire procedures. * Ensure the safety and security of all assigned equipment. * Mandatory overtime Required • Perform other tasks as assigned. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 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 preferred F02. 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 hard-working professionals who 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) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA): The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions by setting and enforcing standards and providing training, outreach, education, and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules, and regulations and keeps our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.

Responsibilities

The Safety Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all clients, staff, and the property around the facility in a homeless shelter. This includes performing daily inspections, monitoring client behavior, and responding to incidents.