Security Guard-Pd

Position Title

SECURITY GUARD-PD

Buffalo, NY 14209

Salary Range: $18.50 - $20.00 hourly.
Position Type:
Per Diem.

Job Shift: Day.

Education:

High School.

This position guards the agency's personnel and property against assault, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry of facilities.

• Monitor access to ensure only authorized people enter.
• Patrol assigned areas within and outside the building.
• Examine the physical site (doors, windows, gates, etc.) and individuals’ behaviors.
• Write accurate observation logs and incident reports promptly.
• Manage the security camera system, ensuring appropriate camera coverage and record retention.
• Activate and deactivate alarm systems.
• Handle circumstances when an individual breaks a facility rule such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Provide guidance to individuals in the event of a fire or emergency.
• Assist with preparing identification badges for staff, clients, or others.
• Participate in staff and supervisory meetings.
• Identify and report opportunities to improve the quality of care, staff effectiveness, and participant satisfaction.
• Complete mandatory trainings satisfactorily.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• New York State Security Guard registration.
• One (1) year of experience in security or law enforcement.
• Experience in a behavioral health setting with individuals having mental illness or substance use disorders.

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Explain safety procedures clearly.
• Follow instructions, policies, and procedures effectively.
• Present information clearly in one‑on‑one and small group situations with patients and employees.
• Perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, estimate distance, height, and other measurements).
• Apply common sense understanding to follow instructions in writing, oral, or diagram form.
• Handle unexpected or crisis situations calmly.
• Remain calm under stress.
• Be well‑organized, courteous, alert, and observant.
• Maintain strong customer service skills.
• De‑escalate situations, controlling own emotions and reactions positively.

• Walk the facility premises in various weather conditions.
• React swiftly in emergency situations.
• Have good vision and hearing for monitoring surveillance equipment, observing activities, and responding to alarms.
• Spanish language ability desired.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Hourly Wage: $18.50 - $20.00