Safety Ambassador (Evening Part Time)
About The Position
The Safety Ambassador is responsible for promoting safety of clients and staff by providing security and necessary intervention to respond to and help de-escalate crisis situations. CommuniCare+OLE provides an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and life experience. CommuniCare+OLE encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous Peoples, people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, individuals of all ages and religions, and individuals who have been affected by the legal system. YOU ARE WELCOME HERE. The following reflects requirements and essential functions of this position but does not restrict tasks that may be assigned. Essential functions include basic job duties, core elements, or fundamental responsibilities that an employee must perform to hold the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation (accommodation may be requested). Duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive, and they may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time, due to reasonable accommodation or any other reason.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum two years’ experience working directly with the public.
- Must possess de-escalation and crisis intervention skills.
- Must have knowledge or the ability to learn motivational interviewing, de-escalation techniques and mental health first aid.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge/experience working in clinics that provide substance use and/or mental health services preferred
- Bilingual preferred.
Responsibilities
- Utilize verbal de-escalation skills during crisis intervention.
- Connect and build rapport with clients in crisis.
- Visit waiting rooms regularly to assist clients when possible.
- Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; inspect buildings, equipment, and access points; permit entry.
- Obtain help when necessary by calling codes, calling 911 or emergency personnel, and/or by sounding alarms.
- Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses.
- Assist clients, patients, vendors, and/or contractors with finding their way within the clinic.
- Serve as an information resource for clients, patients, vendors and/or contractors needing assistance.
- Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities; inform violators of policy and procedures.
- Regularly check bathrooms and makes sure they are clean and stocked.
- Responsible for helping to maintain the entire property in an attractive, comfortable condition.
- Assist with trash pickup on the property
- Regularly patrol parking lot to ensure vehicles are secure.
- Regularly patrol parking lot and assist clients/patients as needed.
- Maintain a safe environment by reporting facility safety concerns to appropriate staff.
- In collaboration with the Health center manager, support with routinely conducting safety drills.
- In collaboration with the Health center manager, be present if needed to present a behavior contract to a patient.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
- PTO (Vacation & Sick)
- Paid Holidays + 1 Float Holiday
- 2% employer match with employee 4% Contribution 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per Calendar Year for part-time and full-time employees (prorated per Full-Time Equivalent)
- Life & Accidental Insurance Coverage
- Employer contribution for Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Limited FSA Options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
