As part of our commitment to protecting not only your organization but also the communities you serve, Mid-Hudson Security Consultants (MHSC) offers eligible security services clients the opportunity to establish a Community-Based Security Services Program at their location.

This exclusive program allows participating clients to sponsor and mentor volunteers who are interested in promoting community safety, emergency preparedness, and public awareness under the direction, supervision, and oversight of Mid-Hudson Security Consultants.

By expanding safety beyond traditional security services, your organization can strengthen community relationships while creating meaningful opportunities for employees, volunteers, families, and community members to become actively involved.

The Community-Based Security Services Program helps organizations create a culture of preparedness while building stronger partnerships between your staff, your community, and our professional security team.

Participating clients receive the opportunity to:

• Sponsor community volunteers through a professionally managed program 
• Expand community engagement and public outreach efforts 
• Increase safety awareness among employees and visitors 
• Support community events with trained volunteers 
• Strengthen emergency preparedness within your organization 
• Build positive relationships between your organization and local residents 
• Receive ongoing program oversight from Mid-Hudson Security Consultants 
• Demonstrate your organization's commitment to public safety and community service 

Approved participants may include:

• Your employees 
• Existing organizational volunteers 
• Immediate family members of employees 
• Members of your congregation or organization 
• Approved community members 
• Individuals approved jointly by your organization and Mid-Hudson Security Consultants 

All volunteers must first meet with your organization and receive sponsorship approval before submitting an application to MHSC.

Program participants may receive education and training in topics including:

• CPR, First Aid & AED 
• Stop the Bleed 
• Active Shooter Response Awareness 
• Emergency Preparedness 
• Fire Safety & Evacuation Planning 
• FEMA, NIMS & ICS Awareness 
• Situational Awareness 
• Suspicious Activity Recognition & Reporting 
• Crime Prevention 
• Personal Safety 
• De-escalation Techniques 
• Community Patrol & Observation (where appropriate) 
• Event Support 
• Neighborhood & Business Watch Development 
• Community Resilience & Disaster Preparedness 

Training opportunities vary based on participant eligibility, program needs, instructor availability, and client requirements.

One of the unique benefits of this program is the opportunity for volunteers to work alongside Mid-Hudson Security Consultants personnel during approved community events, outreach programs, and preparedness initiatives.

This allows participants to:

• Learn from experienced security professionals 
• Develop leadership and communication skills 
• Better understand emergency preparedness 
• Gain practical community-service experience 
• Build confidence through supervised participation 

Volunteers remain in approved support roles and do not perform licensed security or law enforcement functions.

Some participants may eventually decide to pursue a career in private security.

The Community-Based Security Services Program provides an optional opportunity for interested volunteers to:

• Learn about the private security profession 
• Receive mentorship from experienced security personnel 
• Understand New York State Security Guard licensing requirements 
• Work toward becoming a licensed Security Guard if they choose 

Participation in the volunteer program does not require becoming a Security Guard and does not guarantee employment with Mid-Hudson Security Consultants.

Participating organizations agree to:

• Meet with prospective volunteers before referring them 
• Sponsor approved volunteers 
• Help identify appropriate volunteer opportunities 
• Coordinate with Mid-Hudson Security Consultants 
• Support volunteer scheduling 
• Encourage professionalism and adherence to program policies 
• Report concerns or incidents involving volunteers 
• Maintain open communication with MHSC 

MHSC remains responsible for program oversight, volunteer coordination, policy guidance, training, and administrative support.

All Community-Based Security Services Program volunteers operate under policies and procedures established by Mid-Hudson Security Consultants.

Volunteers are not police officers, peace officers, emergency responders, or licensed security guards unless separately qualified and specifically assigned in another capacity.

Their role is limited to approved community-service activities, safety awareness, preparedness initiatives, observation, reporting, hospitality, administrative support, and other non-enforcement responsibilities.

If you are an existing Mid-Hudson Security Consultants security services client, we'd be happy to help you establish a Community-Based Security Services Program tailored to your organization.

Our team will work with you to develop a program that supports your mission, strengthens your community partnerships, and promotes a culture of safety and preparedness.