Safety Specialist (2157)

Job Summary: The Safety Specialist is responsible for providing supportive services and logistical support to the Emergency Shelter Program during designated shifts. This position requires a flexible work schedule including some weekend, morning and evening and holiday shifts. Dependability, responsibility, and the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully are mandatory skills. Fluency in Spanish is a significant value. The ability to demonstrate personal integrity is a must. 

Mission Statement: "To be a leader in ending homelessness by providing a unique system of dignified housing opportunities, programs, and supportive services." 

Pay Rate: $21.00/hour (Full-Time)
Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday: 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Benefits

• 100% coverage of Kaiser Gold medical insurance
• Voluntary dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403(b) savings plan with up to 3% company matching
• Paid on-the-job training and orientation
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral program
• Opportunities for career advancement

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Shelter Support
Goal: Ensure a safe and client focused environment for guests to quickly end their homelessness.

• Assist in the implementation of shelter activities to ensure quality, guest focused, and trauma informed delivery of services.  

• Encourage and discuss progress toward housing with shelter guests 

• Assist with shelter setup and maintenance  

• Assist with general cleanliness and safety of facility including emptying trash cans and clean-up 

• Assist with receiving and verifying orders from vendors, completing tally sheets  

• Assist in the organization of supplies and facilities needs  

• Maintain a safe and functional shelter facility by providing traffic control and gate service 

• Perform basic searches of persons or their property 

• Demonstrate responsibility during perimeter checks and fire watch duties 

• Provide client engagement support to drivers during shuttle service ride-along 

Administration
Goal: Oversee administrative duties that support program services

• Assist with keeping detailed daily summary sheets  

• Assist with record keeping and reporting 

• Assist with keeping perimeter check logs and fire watch duties 

Miscellaneous

• Assist with guest services and program activities if necessary  

• complete ad hoc projects as appointed by Supervisor

Requirements: 

Education and Experience

• This person must possess a high level of patience, tolerance and understanding for individuals who present for services with urgent multiple case management and health needs
• Ability to perform crisis intervention as needed
• Ability to complete job duties that are guest focused, trauma informed, and housing focused.
• The ability to direct and professionally control crowds while preserving their right to personal dignity
• Ability to work in synch with licensed 3