Safety Aide - Clinton

HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC•New York, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are excited to invite a passionate and experienced Safety Aide to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for an experienced Safety Aide for our Families w/ Children facility located in the Hell’s Kitchen area of Manhattan, NY. As a Safety Aide, you will play a pivotal role in our organization, working within the security department, but collaborating with other units to ensure the safety and comfort of the families we serve. Safety Aides are required to have a current NYS Security License at time of hire. This position requires possession of an FDNY F-02 and F-80 certificates. Certificates must be obtained within 60 days of hire. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve. ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS: Homes for the Homeless operates shelters for families experiencing homelessness in NYC. Our family residences are more than just a place to sleep. Families can make the most of their stay through accessing an array of onsite programs. Many of these programs are also available to people living in the local community. Our goal is to have a positive impact so families can thrive long after they leave our shelters.

Requirements

Valid NYS Security Guard License.
Current 8-hour certificate.
16-hour certificate.
F-02 (Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard for Shelters). F-02 must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
F-80 (Certificate of Fitness for Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters). Must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

T89 (Certificate of Fitness for Fire Life and Safety Director).

Responsibilities

Patrol interior and exterior areas of building and report any safety hazards or unusual conditions to Safety Aides, Safety Supervisors and Director of Security.
Monitor the entry and exit of residents by maintaining a sign-in log and requiring identification.
Maintain daily log of all visitors and vendors as directed by a Safety Supervisor.
Prepare incident reports or maintenance tickets on hazardous or dangerous conditions including, but not limited to child safety issues and fire hazards.
Complete rounds of the building throughout a 7-hour shift.
Accompany the family services department on their room inspections and unit wellness checks.