Safety Monitor (Ellington)
About The Position
The Safety Monitor is responsible for activities in the facility’s physical plant and for supporting civility among residents, visitors, and staff. The role controls access to the facility around the clock and reports hazardous conditions in the facility and on its grounds to the Safety Supervisor on duty. The Safety Monitor ensures shift orders are followed, conducts and verifies half-hourly Detex patrols, communicates pertinent information to the Safety Supervisor, and maintains accurate security desk logbook entries. The role also obtains client signatures for the Daily Attendance Roster, helps maintain a safe and secure environment, completes incident reports in the DHS CARES system as needed, and drives the facility van when required. The position requires First Aid and CPR certification, a valid New York State Security Guard License, and a Fire Guard (F02) License. The Monitor must be available to rotate shifts at the Director of Operations’ discretion or as business needs require, and to work overtime when needed. Safety personnel must follow the agency dress code and maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance. The role may involve long hours and a varied schedule. Periodically, the employee may need to bend, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- Two years of experience in commercial and/or residential security services.
- Active New York State Security Guard License; must maintain a valid license.
- Must meet all requirements of the Security Guard Act of 1992.
- Must obtain a Fire Guard (F02) License.
- Must be certified in First Aid and CPR.
- Good communication and writing skills.
- Experience working with families and/or the homeless population.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
- May be required to work long hours and a varied schedule.
- Periodically may bend, lift, and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Driver’s License preferred.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the Safety Supervisor’s shift orders are followed.
- Perform and ensure completion of Detex patrols, conducting patrols every half hour.
- Communicate pertinent information to the Safety Supervisor.
- Ensure all entries in the security desk logbook are made and accurate.
- Obtain client signatures to complete the Daily Attendance Roster.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Complete incident reports in the DHS CARES system as needed.
- Follow the agency dress code for Safety personnel and maintain a clean, neat, and professional appearance.
- Drive the facility van when required.
- Rotate shifts as directed by the Director of Operations or as business needs require.
- Be available for overtime when business needs require.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
