Part-Time SSA - YWCA - JR 5178

As part of the Interim Housing Team, the Safety Support Associate proactively works to ensure the Interim Housing site is a safe environment for all staff, program participants, and visitors. This includes:

• Assist with ensuring the overall safety of the interim housing site using observation, de-escalation strategies, and ongoing participant engagement.
• Coordinate with the onsite case management team and contracted security agencies to provide support to the interim housing site.
• Conduct regular rounds of the interim housing site and facility grounds and communicate any observed discrepancies or concerns.
• Respond to interim housing security and/or crisis situations as they arise by utilizing non-violent crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation strategies.

This role helps create a safe environment for people experiencing homelessness at interim housing sites, supporting PATH's mission to end homelessness and promote housing stability through direct service and safety interventions.

We're looking for candidates with:

• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year experience working with vulnerable populations and/or security and/or de-escalation/nonviolent crisis intervention.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Have employment eligibility verification
• Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
• Successfully complete Tuberculosis Test, Background Screening, and Drug Test

In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan
• Generous time off, health, and wellness benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth across the state
• Various scheduling options to prioritize work/life balance