Security Monitor - Part Time

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Title: Security Monitor

Company: Chicago Youth Centers

Website: chicagoyouthcenters.org

Compensation: $18 per hour

Classification: Part Time; Non-Exempt

Reports to: Director of Community Schools

Supervisor Responsibilities: No

Location: Sherman Elementary at 1000 W. 52nd St

Schedule: 3:30p – 5:30p; Monday - Friday; schedule subject to change based on organizational needs

Purpose: The Security Monitor will maintain a safe and secure environment for our 21st Ave Sherman community, staff, and student participants by patrolling and monitoring premises.

Responsibilities:

• Fulfill duties assigned related to Hall Sweeps
• Monitor school grounds and school entrances to ensure only authorized personnel and authorized visitors access the school; if assigned to the main entrance, ensure all guests follow visitor protocol and triage visitor requests
• As assigned, monitor the student entry and dismissal process to ensure safety
• Report unusual activity or suspicions of safety issues to the Site Coordinator or school administration in a timely fashion.
• Fulfill duties associated with the post assigned as part of the school’s comprehensive security plan; maintain an orderly post and remain at the post at all times unless otherwise directed by a supervisor
• Lead efforts to de-escalate inappropriate student behaviors and assist students with maximizing their time on task in afterschool
• Complete proper documentation related to incident reports and misconduct reports.

• High school diploma or GED required
• A minimum of 1 year of related experience
• Knowledge of the CPS Student Code of Conduct
• Knowledge of basic methods of providing site security and safety
• Ability to work with adolescents in maintaining a positive and safe school culture
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Proficient with teamwork and collaborating with colleagues and administration
• Exhibit passion and the ability to thrive amidst change and challenging conditions while maintaining a positive outlook and forward-looking perspective
• Possess an attuned appreciation for cultural awareness and competency and a staunch commitment to continuously develop insight and proficiencies related to such matters
• Demonstrated ability to keep up with fast-paced environments and to multi-task
• Sound judgment and ethical practice
• Commitment to social justice and restorative justice practices
• Strong oral communication skills, human relations and interpersonal skills
• Must pass a criminal & Chicago Public Schools background check, including drug screening.