Safety Associate I - Watkins, CO - 10814

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless • Watkins, CO

9d • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves.
Our Philosophy of Service: We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and health care are available to everyone. We create lasting solutions to homelessness by:
· Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities and fostering their hope that a better life is possible.
· Building strong, caring and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care and supportive services.
· Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion and diversity, and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve.
· Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation and professional development.
· Using resources judiciously and effectively.

The Safety Associate I is responsible for ensuring the safety of clients, staff, vendors, volunteers, and other visitors at assigned Colorado Coalition for the Homeless (CCH) locations. This role focuses on de-escalation, crisis prevention, and maintaining a trauma-informed approach to safety while promoting a secure environment. Safety Associates at CCH are not an extension of law enforcement but serve as proactive safety professionals in a supportive capacity.
Work location: 28101 E Quincy Ave., Watkins, CO 80137. Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm
The safety function at the Coalition is not an extension of a law enforcement agency and should not act as such. While cooperation with such agencies is encouraged, Coalition safety associates are not empowered to detain persons unless an illegal act has occurred on Coalition property. The safety function is not a transportation/escort service for other agencies and safety staff should not use Coalition vehicles for such transportation.

Requirements

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of issues affecting individuals experiencing homelessness and a commitment to serving underserved populations.
• Ability to assess and de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and standard office equipment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a sincere desire to support others.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR/First Aid Certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Valid driver’s license required. This requirement may be waived, if necessary, based on overall candidate experience and current needs of the business.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in high-volume environments preferred.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or in a direct human services role preferred.
• Prior experience as an EMT, firefighter, or first responder preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of assigned Coalition sites to ensure a safe environment.
• Assist staff in assessing potentially dangerous situations and intervene as necessary to prevent escalation.
• Escort employees as needed to promote staff safety.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with CCH safety procedures.
• Provide assistance in crisis situations requiring physical intervention while adhering to trauma-informed principles.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and emergency healthcare personnel as needed.
• Document and submit reports on all incidents involving physical intervention.
• Maintain a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment.
• Participate in and apply knowledge from ongoing safety and de-escalation training.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Safety Manager.

Benefits

• Choice of HMO or PPO health insurance coverage options: full-time employees contribute only 1% of their earnings for their own HMO health coverage and no more than 4% of their earnings for coverage of eligible dependents. We’re proud to offer same-and opposite-sex domestic partner coverage.
• Choice of dental insurance or discount plan.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care / dependent care / parking expenses.
• Free basic life and AD&D insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program, a problem-solving resource available to you and your household members.
• Dollar-for-dollar retirement plan matching contributions up to 5% of earnings with 3-year vesting.
• Extensive paid time-off, including 9 holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and three weeks of vacation for new full-time employees in their first year.
• The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees