Security Guard, CAMBA Gardens I

Who We Are CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. Program CAMBA Gardens is 209 units of permanently affordable and supportive housing in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn and was developed by CAMBA Housing Ventures (CHV), the housing development subsidiary of CAMBA. These units will support and house a mixed tenant population of 146 units, consisting of formerly homeless individuals and families. 117 units are for Population I 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 III individuals, chronically homeless single adults who have a substance abuse disorder that is a barrier to independent living and who also have a disabling clinical condition. 14 units are for Population V 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‑hour security. Position Security Guard Reports To Security Guard Supervisor Location 690 – 738 Albany Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203 What does the Security Guard do: Maintain professional relationships with clients and maintain client confidentiality. Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol and Procedures. Comply with 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 the facility via security camera systems. Conduct fire safety patrols 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 who 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 logbook 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. Other duties as assigned. Education, Licenses, and/or Certifications Required NYS Security Guard license Sufficient education to comprehend basic reading, writing, and math to execute required functions of the role. Must have an 8‑hour Pre‑Assignment security guard training course certificate. Must obtain a 16‑hour On‑the‑Job security guard training course certificate within 90 days of employment. Must complete the 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. Minimum Experience and Skills Required One year of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual in any other language Compensation -$19.10 Hourly When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization. Status Full‑time 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 and CAMBA Housing Ventures are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse & inclusive workforce and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), or other applicable legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr