Security Guard I (Prospect YMCA)

Security Guard I (Prospect YMCA)

The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

The Prospect Park YMCA is seeking a Security Guard who, under the direct supervision of the Property Director, will be responsible for the security and safety of all participants in and around the Prospect Park YMCA and delivering quality customer service to the program members.

Key Responsibilities :

• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants and staff by providing close supervision of facilities; control access into the facility and exit ways.
• Adhere to all Department of Health, Department of Youth & Community Development, NYCHA and YMCA of Greater New York standards.
• Adhere to and enforce the security policies at all times. Patrol facility for the purpose of detecting all infractions of house rules. Reporting to the proper authorities.
• Maintain fire / safety logbooks in accordance with the facility requirements. Security logs include daily sign in and sign out sheets for all participants and visitors. Inspect all bags, packages, etc., leaving premises as described in YMCA policies.
• Participate as an active member of the fire brigade and provide MOD coverage when required
• Effectively communicate program information to participants and visitors.
• Perform investigations and thoroughly document. Appropriately report and document all incidents / accidents immediately.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of youth in the program by providing close supervision of participants in hallways.
• Be on time, in uniform and prepared to work at the beginning of shift.
• Ensure the check-in area is always neat, organized, and free of hazards.
• Assist with general housekeeping tasks when necessary.

Desired Skills & Experience :

Benefits :

The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members, including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual's employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure, and / or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply :

If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your rsum and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization. If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Center in Cornerstone.

Job ID : req2122

Employment Type : Full-Time / Regular

Location : Prospect Park YMCA

357 9th Street

Brooklyn, NY, 11215

Equal Opportunity Employer Drugfree Workplace

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