Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!
POSITION PURPOSE
Ensure safe and welcoming environment for all members and staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Create a safe and welcoming environment for members and team members of GPY.
- Monitors an assigned area; reports suspicious activities to branch leadership and maintains a log of this activity.
- Deescalates inappropriate or threatening situations.
- Monitors surveillance cameras throughout the facility.
- Conducts building walkthroughs with attention to detail to ensure a safe environment inside and outside of the Branch.
- Contacts law enforcement or fire department in case of an emergency.
- At the end of operating hours, checks to ensure the property is secure, updates activity log is and ensures that key information is passed along to branch leadership.
- Addresses reports of suspicious activity on the property.
- Prepare for threats and emergencies with a plan of action.
- Escorts unwelcome parties off the premises.
- Works collaboratively with GPY staff and members to support a positive member experience.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
SHIFT AVAILABILITY:
- Weekends: Morning and evening shifts
ROLE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience a plus, but not required.
- Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
- Authoritative verbal communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
- Ability to learn the layout of the property and buildings.
- Ability to monitor the property and access areas quickly.
- Ability to deescalate inappropriate or threatening situations.
- Prolonged periods sitting or standing.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
OUR CULTURE
At the YMCA we value CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY in personal character and behavior and believe that they are essential to attaining our mission.
OUR MISSION
To improve lives by connecting people to health, well-being, and to each other.
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
