Health and Safety Supervisor jobs in Queens Village, NY

SAFETY SUPERVISOR

We are excited to invite a passionate and experienced Safety Supervisor to join our team! Homes for the Homeless (HFH) is searching for an experienced Safety Supervisor for our Families w/ Children facility located in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. As the Safety Supervisor, you will play a pivotal role in our organization, providing a safe and secured environment for the families in our facility and supervising our dedicated Safety Aides. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC.

Homes for the Homeless, Inc. (HFH) is a non-profit social services organization operating family shelters throughout NYC that serve as a hub of opportunity for families both residing in shelter as well as those in the neighboring community. On-site programs range from childcare, early childhood education centers, afterschool clubs and programs, and youth recreation activities, such as sports teams, to housing assistance, case management, parenting workshops, career and job vocational training, support groups and substance abuse assistance, and family engagement and recreation events for the whole family.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise safety staff providing direction and instruction to staff on routine security tasks for assigned shift.   
• Maintain camera surveillance of the interior and exterior of the facility.
• Enforce facility rules and regulations.  
• Investigate incidents or interactions.  
• Act as the Fire Safety Director and staffs the Fire Command Station.  
• Must be able to work on weekends and Holidays.

 QUALIFICATIONS  

• High school diploma or equivalent.   
• Security or law enforcement experience with one-year supervisory experience preferred.  
• Valid NYS Security License.  
• Valid F-02 (Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard for Shelters).
• Valid F-80 (Certificate of Fitness for Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters).  
• Current 8-hour certificate.  
• 16-hour certificate.  
• Welcomed - T89 (Certificate of Fitness for Fire Life and Safety Director).

COMPENSATION/EEO:  

To attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays.  

Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.   

SALARY:

$38,220