Security Manager, Van Courtlandt, Bronx

Westhab Inc.•New York, NY

4d•$65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Security Manager is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of clients and staff in a family (with children) shelter operation. This position reports to the Program Director and is responsible for providing supervision to the Shift Supervisors and Safety Security Officers, and the day-to-day functions of the shelter. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Requirements

NYS Security Guard licenseand F80 required.
High school diploma required, Associates Degree preferred and at least three years of related security experience.
Supervisory experience is required.
Must have demonstrated skills in conflict resolution, crisis management, and knowledge of video surveillance and fire alarm systems.
The Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters is required (F80).
Valid NYS driver’s license required.
24 hour on-call for emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/ Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Supervise the Shift Supervisors
Provide support to all aspects of building operations
Ensure that all client rooms are inspected by SSO daily
Monitor the logging and storage of client property
Ensure that storage area is organized and following the mandated storage rule as per DHS
Work in conjunction with the Director of Social Services to ensure that clients are adhering to Westhab and DHS mandates.
Supervise random locker and room searches on a regular basis
Conduct random inspections throughout the facility (interior and exterior) for surveillance of hazardous situations, trespassers, illegal activities, staff performance, etc.
Participate in weekly Interdisciplinary Team meetings
Monitor reception area and security staff at the front desk and provide crisis intervention when needed to maintain a safe environment
Complete and maintain assigned paper work, i.e., entry logs, incident reports, CPS reports and all other reports.
Create weekly schedules and monitor attendance and timesheets submission to ensure accuracy
Assist the Facility Manager by preparing/executing fire drills and other emergencies.
Participate in the interview and selection process of new staff and train new employees on the procedures of the center
Other job related duties assigned by the Director of Security