Security Guard, CAMBA Gardens II

Security Guard

CAMBA GARDENS Phase II is a 293 unit supportive / affordable housing development located in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn. CAMBA Housing Ventures (CHV), the housing development subsidiary of CAMBA, developed these units. 182 of these units are set aside for formerly homeless individuals and families. 108 units are for Population A individuals, chronically homeless single adults who suffer from Serious and Persistent Mental Illness or who have a co-occurring Mental Illness and Chemical Addiction (MICA). 15 units are for Population H individuals, chronically homeless single adults who have a substance abuse disorder that is the barrier to independent living and who also have a disabling clinical condition. 24 units are for Population II chronically homeless families, in which the head of household suffers from a substance abuse disorder, a disabling medical condition or HIV / AIDS. CAMBA provides on-site case management and supportive services in addition to 24 / 7 security.

Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality.

Practice Universal Precautions / Standard Protocol & Procedures.

Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy policies intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information.

Monitor and ensure the security and fire safety of the entire facility.

Employ crisis prevention / intervention and crisis management skills when conflict occurs.

Patrol buildings and grounds of facilities where CAMBA programs are located.

Examine doors, windows, gates and all fire exits to determine that they are secure and in accordance with all fire regulations.

Observe and report irregularities such as unusual tenant behavior, trespassers, fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked.

Monitor tenants and facility via security camera systems.

Conduct fire safety patrol and report findings or fire safety concerns to appropriate supervisory personnel.

Conduct security screenings of all tenants and visitors entering the facility.

Issue commendations to support positive tenant behaviors such as peers helping peers, compliance with rules and regulations, etc.

Counsel tenants that violate rules (such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles) and complete infraction reports.

Observe departing employees, visitors and / or tenants to guard against theft of CAMBA property.

Document in the security log book and incident report forms property damage, unusual occurrences, and incidents with employees, visitors and tenants.

Maintain assigned equipment per shift.

Sign equipment in and out for each shift.

May provide all required information for weekly / monthly / quarterly / annual reports.

Tasks may be modified, expanded and / or assigned over a period of time.

High school diploma or G.E.D. or equivalent experience.

Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice System) and Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance.

Ability to maintain fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.

Must sign NYC DOH / MH attestation stating that candidate has not been the subject of a founded child abuse report.

As a Mandated Reporter, you must immediately report suspected incidents / cases of abuse and neglect to the Vulnerable Persons Central Register (VPCR) Hotline at 1-855-373-2122 and complete a CAMBA Incident Report.

Must have 8 hour Pre-Assignment security guard training course certificate.

Must obtain 16 hour On-the-Job security guard training course certificate within 90 days of employment.

Must complete 8 Hour Annual In-Service Course each calendar year.

Must have and maintain a NYS Security Guard license.

Must obtain NYS Security Guard registration, and must maintain registration during employment.

Must obtain Fire guard certification and maintain it throughout employment.

Compensation : $33,742.80 annually

Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits : CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.