What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Director position at HELP USA?
Program: Creston | 2524 Creston Ave, Bronx, NY 10468
What You'll Do
As Safety Director for one of our facilities, you’ll be responsible for planning, organizing and directing a 24-hour, 7-day per week safety program that ensures a safe and secure site for our clients, staff, and visitors. Members of our safety staff are usually the first contact with our residents when they enter one of our facilities. In addition to ensuring residents’ safety, our safety staff help our residents feel welcome and set the tone for their stay.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading and managing all Safety Staff at the facility including determining appropriate staffing levels; recruiting, hiring, and orienting qualified staff; scheduling to ensure adequate staffing levels at all times; ensuring that staff members receive appropriate training and skill development; fostering professional growth, development, and advancement for all staff, and conducting annual performance evaluations.
Functioning as On-Call Administrator, responding to emergencies, and working weekends and night hours as needed.
Reviewing and advising on all safety related policies and procedures and correcting all violations and potential safety hazards.
Ensuring accurate record keeping and timely preparation of incident reports, monthly reports, and any other required documentation.
Ensuring that protocols for Violence in the Workplace are followed.
Serving as liaison with local Police, Fire, and other emergency agencies.
You’re a great fit for this role if you have:
New York State Security Guard License required.
FDNY F-80 certification and F-02 required.
Associate's degree or equivalent experience and skills.
Minimum of five years’ experience (preferably seven) in law enforcement or related field.
Minimum of two years’ supervisory experience.
Demonstrated knowledge, experience, or capacity to work with homeless families, individuals, and/or disadvantaged populations.
Valid U.S. driver's license required.
Computer literacy with Microsoft applications required.
Salary : $64,350
