Full Time Security Guard - Westchester NY

Westhab, Inc.

Yonkers, NYFull-time$17/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$17/hr

Location

Yonkers, NY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

NYS 8 Hour Security License

Job overview

Westhab, Inc. is hiring a Full Time Security Guard - Westchester NY. The Client Care Monitor performs specialized assignments in a homeless shelter and apartment buildings, ensuring the safety and security of clients, staff, and property. This role involves making hourly rounds, monitoring cameras, interacting with clients, de-escalating crisis situations, and completing required documentation. The monitor also handles front desk duties and assists with fire incidents and building evacuations.

Key focus areas include Ensure safety and security of clients, staff and property., Make hourly rounds throughout entire facility., and Monitor cameras as assigned for surveillance..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma or GED, Prior Security Experience, and NYS 8 Hour Security License. Important skills include Communication, Respond To Crisis Situations, and Follow Instructions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationRespond to Crisis SituationsFollow Instructions

Qualifications

Proof of COVID-19 VaccineHigh School Diploma or GEDPrior Security ExperienceNYS 8 Hour Security LicenseWork Flexible ShiftsWork WeekendsWork Overtime

Full job description

J OB TITLE: Client Care Monitor

DEPARTMENT: Housing and Services

FLSA: Non-Exempt

LOCATION: White Plains, New Rochelle, Yonkers, Mt. Vernon

SALARY: $17.00 per hour

SUMMARY:

Perform responsibilities involving a variety of specialized assignments in a homeless shelter and apartment buildings.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccine is required.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure safety and security of clients, staff and property in and around the facility.
Make hourly rounds throughout 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 crisis situations, domestic violence and abuse, document all such situations and interventions.
Complete logs, incident reports and all other required documentation.
Make calls to CPS as directed, complete follow up reports.
Monitor traffic at the front desk; handle switchboard and reception area.
Provide duties related to fire incident, evacuation of the building when necessary, utilizing Fire procedure.
Ensure the safety and security of all assigned equipment.
Perform other tasks as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED and prior security experience required. Must have NYS 8 Hour Security License. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary. Must possess the ability to respond to crisis situations and to follow instructions. 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 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. 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 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.

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