Safety Security Officer F02 Tremont Bronx

Safety Security Officer

Westhab is seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our Security Department. The Safety Security Officer is responsible for performing a variety of specialized assignments in a homeless shelter and apartment buildings. Covid-19 Vaccination required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety and security of clients, staff, and property in and around the facility.
• Make hourly rounds throughout the entire facility; monitor cameras as assigned for surveillance;
  Check all doors hourly, including fire exits.
• Interact with and monitor clients/client families; maintain good rapport with clients and encourage clients to comply with facility policy and procedures.
• Intervene to de-escalate potential crises, domestic violence, and abuse, and document all such situations and interventions.
• Complete logs, incident reports, and all other required documentation.
• Make calls to CPS as directed, and complete follow-up reports.
• Monitor traffic at the front desk; handle switchboard and reception area.
• Provide duties related to fire incidents, evacuation of the building when necessary, and utilizing Fire procedures.
• Ensure the safety and security of all assigned equipment.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Experience, Education and Special Requirements:

A high school diploma or GED and prior security experience are required. Must have NYS Security Guard License, and current 8 Hour Annual Certificate. Fire Guard License for Shelters preferred. 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 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)

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions for 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.