Daytime Safety and Security Associate

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Daytime Safety & Security Associate- Smith Road

Monday- Friday: 6:00am-2:30pm 

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services, and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission-driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths, as well as to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Safety & Security Associate at Catholic Charities:

• Politely welcomes, greets, and assists all residents and visitors, providing routine information or directing them to the appropriate staff/program.
• Conducts internal and external rounds throughout the facility to monitor and ensure safety.
• Monitors surveillance cameras and public areas to ensure no improper conduct or unauthorized persons are inside the facility and/or on agency property.
• Adheres to Agency confidentiality and HIPAA expectations.
• Responds and assists as appropriate to any emergencies in the building or on the grounds.
• Follows procedures and guidelines outlined in operating guidelines manual(s) to help maintain structure and order in the living environment 
• Accurately and promptly completes all required documentation/data, including entering relevant participant information in daily logs before ending shift assignment.
• Maintains current knowledge of ongoing events and changes by reading incident logs 
• Enforces property rules uniformly and consistently.
• Responds appropriately to needs and crises, such as mediating basic interpersonal problems between residents and summoning emergency personnel
• Communicates with other staff to resolve problems with individual participants.
• Completes necessary records and reports, including on the computer or manually, as directed.
• Provides appropriate information and referrals.
• Keeps the supervisor informed on property developments.
• Supports, promotes, and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values, and Code of Ethics.
• Reflects Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Completes security guard training and licensing.
• Completes all mandatory trainings and those required by the agency or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with people in crisis
• Ability to remain calm in stressful and/or emergencies
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Basic knowledge of word processing and typing ability to enter participant information 
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the participant population. 
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse participant base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Some college or technical school preferred; and three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

A current City & County of Denver Security Guard License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire. 

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: $24.00 per hour. $1.00 bilingual differential available. 

Schedule: Shift is Full Time: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their careers. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure), promoting work-life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is included.)
• Sabbatical Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal growth. Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave. 
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employees' and 75% of dependents’ premiums are paid by the Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student      Loans, and many more benefits.

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company-paid holidays, and a 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers.

We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect and dignity without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as a chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment are inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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