69 - Security Guard

COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION OF WESTERN NEW YORK INC • Buffalo, NY

39d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

This position guards the agencies personnel and property against assault, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry of facilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• New York State Security Guard registration.
• One (1) year experience in security or law enforcement
• Experience in a behavioral health setting where individuals have mental illness or substance use disorders.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to explain safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to clearly and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations with patients and employees.
• Ability to add and subtract, estimate distance, height, and other relevant measurements.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in writing, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with unexpected or crisis situations.
• Ability to remain calm under stress.
• Must be well-organized, courteous, alert, and observant.
• Must have strong customer service skills.
• Strong de-escalation skills, including the ability to control own emotions and reactions in a positive way.
• Ability to walk the facility premises in various weather conditions.
• Physically capable of reacting swiftly in emergency situations.
• Good vision and hearing are essential for monitoring surveillance equipment, observing activities, and responding to alarms.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak and understand Spanish is desired.

Responsibilities

• Monitors access the facility to ensure only authorized people enter.
• Patrols the assigned areas within and outside the building.
• Examine the physical site (doors, windows, gates, etc.) as well as individual’s behaviors.
• Promptly write accurate observation logs and incident reports.
• Manage the security camera system, ensuring appropriate camera coverage and record retention.
• Activate and un-activate alarm systems.
• Handle circumstances when an individual breaks a facility rule such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Provide guidance to individuals in the event of a fire or emergency.
• Assists with preparing identification badges for staff, clients, or others.
• Participate in staff and supervisory meetings.
• Identify and report opportunities to improve the quality of care, staff effectiveness, and participant satisfaction.
• Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED