PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE:
The Safety Monitor will be directly responsible for monitoring all activities in the physical location and ensuring civility amongst residents, visitors, and staff. This individual controls access to the facility twenty-four hours a day and will report any hazardous conditions within the facility and grounds to the Safety Supervisor on duty. This position is responsible for our House East location in New York City.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED is required
- At least two years of experience in commercial and/or residential security services is strongly preferred
- Must have and maintain a valid NYS Security License
- Must be certified for First Aid and CPR
- Valid Driver’s License is required
- F02 Fireguard Certificate of Fitness is required
- F80 certification is required
- Experience working with women and children is preferred
- Must be willing to work additional shifts as needed
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with great interpersonal skills
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensures all clients sign in & out of the facility when entering or leaving the building
- Ensures clients sign the DOE School Attendance Roster when children are leaving the building to attend school
- Distributes client mail and implements mail distribution procedures
- Responds to client emergencies and implements incident reporting procedures
- Escorts clients to social services program areas
- Assist in conducting initial intakes and assisting new families upon arrival to the facility
- Assist the Shift/Safety Supervisor in conducting fire drills
- Conducts patrols and registers patrol in Detex system; reports any unusual activity and/or observations to the Shift Supervisor
- Monitors CCTV camera system and reports observations made when monitoring the system to the Shift Supervisor
- Documents shelter activity in the security logbook and completes reports as needed
- Complete incident reports utilizing the Department of Homeless Services (DHS) - Client Assistance and Re-housing Enterprise System (CARES) when necessary
- May drive the facility van and perform other duties as assigned
OTHER REQUIREMENTS (including Physical Demands):
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
EEO Statement – Children’s Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, military or veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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