Security Guard at Path of Life Ministries

Riverside, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Guard, Public Safety, Surveillance, Detail Orientation, Integrity, Professionalism, Communication Skills, First Aid, CPR, Access Control, Patrolling, Incident Reporting, Emergency Equipment Operation

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Location: Community & Family Shelter FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Shelter Reports To: Shelter Manager Pay Rate: $20.00 hr. About Path of Life Ministries Path of Life Ministries (POLM) is a 501c3 organization serving those experiencing homelessness in the greater Riverside area. Our strategy is to provide a holistic system of care in an integrated, seamless manner for individuals and families, leading them from a place of crisis to a life of stability and self-sufficiency. Our goal is to walk people home. We seek talented and compassionate individuals able to thrive in a high-capacity and complex landscape of providing human services in a non-profit setting. Position Overview A professional security guard to protect Path of Life Community Shelter premises, assets, and personnel. The Guard will maintain a high visibility presence and prevent all illegal or inappropriate actions. The goal is to detect, deter, observe and report. Preferred Skills/Knowledge Ability to operate detecting systems and emergency equipment Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols Surveillance skills and detail orientation Integrity and professionalism Strong people and communication skills Essential Job Functions Responsibilities Protecting POLM property, guest, and staff by maintaining a safe and secure environment Observing for signs of noncompliance or disorder and investigating disturbances Act lawfully in direct defense of life or property Take accurate notes of unusual occurrences Report any suspicious incidents in detail Patrol building and perimeter randomly and regularly Monitor and control access at building entrances and vehicle gates Watch alarm systems detecting/emergency equipment Perform first aid or CPR Other duties as assigned NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Path of Life Ministries is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Requirements Education and Qualifications Trained security officer with diploma (guard card) 2 years proven work experience as a security guard or relevant position High school diploma Requirements Include Employment eligibility verification Successful completion of background screening Work Schedule Requirements Work schedules are subject to change or start and end times may vary based on business needs and operational requirements Flexibility and adaptability are essential to meet the demands of the role and the organization Physical Requirements Environmental conditions are both, inside and outside Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to four (4) hours in length Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver between functions occurring simultaneously Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space and to reach other departments of the shelter on a timely basis Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs. as needed Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, listening, and hearing ability and visual acuity Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with other staff, guests, and supervisors Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near and color vision and depth perception Must have finger dexterity to be able to operate office equipment such as computers, printers, multi-line touch tone phone, filing cabinets, photocopiers, and other office equipment as needed Ability to work primarily with fingers to pick, pinch, type and carry out substantial movements (motions) of the wrists and hands as well Have good vision with or without corrective lenses. Carrying/Lifting up to 50lbs Bending down and lifting is occasionally required Exposure to some unavoidable communal living illnesses Special Requirements Must have or obtain slip resistant shoes CPR certification Preferred

Responsibilities

The Security Guard is responsible for protecting Path of Life Community Shelter premises, assets, and personnel by maintaining a high visibility presence to detect, deter, observe, and report illegal or inappropriate actions. Essential functions include patrolling the building and perimeter, monitoring access points, observing for noncompliance, investigating disturbances, and performing first aid or CPR when necessary.