Temp FT Security Guard, Cornerstone Programs (Pink Houses)

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 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 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 are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

CAMBA administers services at 10 Cornerstone Community Centers across Brooklyn. All Cornerstone programs are run in partnership with other community organizations to provide education, recreation, cultural activities, health information and screenings, youth leadership and social services to the neighborhood’s students, their families, and other residents. Activities and services are available after school, evenings and on weekends.

Position: Temp FT Security Guard

Reports To: Program Director

Location: 2702 Linden Boulevard Brooklyn, NY 11208

What The Temp FT Security Guard Does:

• Welcome onsite visitors, determine nature of business, and announce visitors to appropriate personnel.
• Greet visitors and members in a professional and friendly manner.
• Monitor visitor access and Sign in and out all participants, staff, and visitors during program open hours.
• Verify identification for program participants and guests as required by center policies.
• Maintain a presence at the front desk or designated post to address visitor inquiries and concerns.
• Maintain the professional appearance of the receptionist’s area.
• Assist with shelter-in-place, lockdown, and fire drill procedures, following center protocols.
• Answer visitor questions and distribute application forms.
• Assist with screening potential participants.
• Monitor entry and exit points, ensuring only authorized personnel and participants gain access.
• Monitor security cameras and respond to any suspicious activity and to deter unauthorized activity.
• Patrol the facility and grounds to ensure the safety of all persons.
• Maintain accurate logs of incidents, visitor check-ins, and other relevant activities.
• Enforce community center rules and regulations, ensuring compliance by visitors
• Respond promptly to security-related incidents, emergencies, or disruptions, and deescalate situations calmly and effectively.
• Maintain a daily log of all activities and incidents
• May perform computer data entry/verification functions.
• Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over time.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Security Guard License Issues by NYS.

Other Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure

Compensation: $17.00 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: Temp Full-time (35 hours per week) (Wed-Fri 8AM-4PM & Sat-Sun 3PM-11PM)

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.