Security Services Associate

Position Overview

The Security Services Associate position at Canopy Children's Solutions involves conducting unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrols, controlling access and egress, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, composing reports, deterring criminal activity, and performing other duties as specified.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct patrols of Organization property reporting any property damage or risk to Security Services Supervisor.
• Escort visitors as necessary.
• Check Day School students in/out daily for school.
• Sign clients in/out for passes with assistance of nurse and other designated staff.
• Observe and assist in client care.
• Maintain an accurate log of security activities.
• Effectively communicate with visitors and staff.
• Respond to all alarm calls promptly and communicate with emergency services.
• Demonstrate understanding of program operations, policies and procedures through the attendance of orientation and ongoing training.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of CANOPY Campus-Based programs.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the organization’s Code of Conduct.
• Show computer literacy, at a minimum in Windows, Word, Outlook.
• Follow all prescribed procedures and policies.
• Complete and ensure the proper completion of various types of forms and documents.
• Produce all required reports and data collection.
• Use of telephone, radio, copy machines, computers, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Coordinate with campus-based management staff and employees to meet security needs.
• Accurately account for temporary badges.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Pass any required training or other qualification.
• Be able to work flexible schedules.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED).
• Have access to reliable transportation.
• No use of illegal drugs- must be able to pass a drug test with negative results (except when undergoing documented medical treatment).
• Be able to pass an extensive background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications, and Department of Motor Vehicle.
• Pass a State licensing test if you will be driving a company-owned vehicle.
• Be able to provide, upon job offer, a DD214 discharge document with discharge status indicated, if you were in the military.
• Be able to successfully complete all training required for the position.
• Be able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Show an ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.

Physical And Environmental Requirements

• Required Physical Activities: sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, lifting, talking, seeing, hearing, kneeling, stooping, bending, reaching overhead, and climbing stairs as needed and repetitive motions.
• Must have the physical ability to assist in the physical or therapeutic hold of youth when required, following organization approved safety protocols.
• Characteristics of Work: frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to respond quickly to emergencies and physically assist or support youth and/or staff.
• Vision Requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Environmental Conditions: this job requires exposure to both inside and outside weather conditions; the typical noise level for the work environment is moderate to loud noise.