Safety Security Officer - 41st Street

Westhab
New York, New York 10261 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    JOB TITLE: Safety Security Officer

    FLSA: Non-Exempt

    DIVISON: Services – Security

    REPORTS TO: Shift Supervisor

    LOCATION: New York, NY

    SALARY: $19.25 PER HOUR

    SUMMARY:

    The Safety Security Officer/Residential Aide is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all client's, staff, and the property around the facility in a homeless family shelter with children. This position reports to the Shift Supervisor and Security Manager of the Facility. Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Perform daily inspections of all clients' rooms

    • Escort clients to appointments as needed

    • Interact with and monitor client's behavior and maintain good rapport by providing excellent customer service. Encourage clients to comply with facility policy and procedures.

    • Control access at the main entrance by screening all clients, and visitors, utilizing magnetometer / x-ray machine to detect and prevent weapons from entering the site.

    • Perform Crisis Intervene to de-escalate potential crisis situations and document all such situations and interventions.

    • Make hourly rounds throughout entire facility including all hallways, stairwells, floors, bathrooms, laundry rooms, kitchen, and office spaces.

    • Respond to incidents

    • Assist with client intakes

    • Perform daily pack ups and logging of client property belonging to AWOL clients

    • Store and remove client property once the mandated storage time have expired

    • Maintain a clean and organized storage area

    • Complete logs, incident reports and all other required documentation.

    • Make calls to police, fire department and other first responders as directed.

    • Perform administrative and receptionist duties at the operations desk; monitor video surveillance cameras, and fire prevention / detection alarm notification system.

    • 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 Security Guard License, current 8 Hour Annual Certificate. Fire Guard License for Shelters (F-02). 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 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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  • Job Description

    JOB TITLE: Safety Security Officer

    FLSA: Non-Exempt

    DIVISON: Services – Security

    REPORTS TO: Shift Supervisor

    LOCATION: New York, NY

    SALARY: $19.25 PER HOUR

    SUMMARY:

    The Safety Security Officer/Residential Aide is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all client's, staff, and the property around the facility in a homeless family shelter with children. This position reports to the Shift Supervisor and Security Manager of the Facility. Must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccinations.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Perform daily inspections of all clients' rooms

    • Escort clients to appointments as needed

    • Interact with and monitor client's behavior and maintain good rapport by providing excellent customer service. Encourage clients to comply with facility policy and procedures.

    • Control access at the main entrance by screening all clients, and visitors, utilizing magnetometer / x-ray machine to detect and prevent weapons from entering the site.

    • Perform Crisis Intervene to de-escalate potential crisis situations and document all such situations and interventions.

    • Make hourly rounds throughout entire facility including all hallways, stairwells, floors, bathrooms, laundry rooms, kitchen, and office spaces.

    • Respond to incidents

    • Assist with client intakes

    • Perform daily pack ups and logging of client property belonging to AWOL clients

    • Store and remove client property once the mandated storage time have expired

    • Maintain a clean and organized storage area

    • Complete logs, incident reports and all other required documentation.

    • Make calls to police, fire department and other first responders as directed.

    • Perform administrative and receptionist duties at the operations desk; monitor video surveillance cameras, and fire prevention / detection alarm notification system.

    • 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 Security Guard License, current 8 Hour Annual Certificate. Fire Guard License for Shelters (F-02). 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 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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