Part-Time Safety Support Associate - Silverlake (5826)

PATH (People Assisting the Homeless); California (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) seeks a Safety Support Associate for the Silverlake Interim Housing site in Los Angeles, CA. This part-time weekend position supports safety, engages participants, and coordinates with case management to maintain a stable environment.

Responsibilities include crisis response, incident reporting, and collaboration with security and staff. The role emphasizes harm reduction and direct client services with flexibility for related site duties.

Qualifications

• Analytical skills and attention to detail to identify trends and insights.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork with staff, participants, and stakeholders.
• Clear communication, both verbal and written, with diverse audiences.
• Creativity and initiative in proactive safety and support tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure overall safety of the interim housing site using observation and de-escalation.
• Coordinate with on-site case management to support participants.
• Work with security to maintain safety at the site.
• Conduct rounds and report discrepancies or concerns.
• Assist with crisis response using non-violent intervention techniques.
• Complete reports and participate in trainings and staff meetings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication

Creativity

Job description

WHY WORK FOR US?

We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference .

We make a positive difference in people's lives and help an average of 23 people per week to find a place to live .

If you join us, you will be able to advocate for change while also working with influential people who effect changes in policy and devote time to issues of racial and social justice. We prioritize your work/life balance and provide various scheduling options in addition to generous time off, health, and wellness benefits and we're committed to helping you reach your potential by providing opportunities for professional growth across the state .

JR 5826

Safety Support

Los Angeles, CA 90004

Salary: $21.71 to $26.36 per hour

Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year

Part-Time Saturday and Sunday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Non-Exempt

Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Interim Housing team as the Safety Support Associate at the Silverlake location.

ABOUT PATH

Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

ABOUT OUR TEAM

Every program in our growing range of services is designed to holistically address barriers to long-term housing stability, implementing evidenced-based practices to promote improved well-being beyond housing alone. We are committed to improving the quality of our services by creating a diverse work environment for the community at large.

ABOUT THE JOB

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 monitoring the site's facilities and grounds for any concerns, building rapport with participants to engage them in maintaining safety at the site, and providing assistance and support when crisis situations arise. This position follows the established low-barrier guidelines to create a safe and stable environment for program participants, providing direct client services, including harm reduction support, and ensuring access to needed supplies. The Safety Support Associate may also assist with other duties at the Interim Housing site, including meal distribution, cleaning, and other general facility needs as they arise.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Assist with ensuring the overall safety of the interim housing site using observation, de-escalation strategies, and ongoing participant engagement.
• Coordinate with the on-site case management team to provide support to the interim housing site.
• Coordinate with contracted security agencies (if applicable) to ensure the safety of the interim housing site.
• Conduct regular rounds of the interim housing site and facility grounds and communicate and observe discrepancies or concerns.
• In collaboration with supervisors and the case management team, respond to interim housing security and/or crisis situations as they arise by utilizing non-violent crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation strategies, including the team approach.
• Assist with completing reports as necessary or requested.
• Attend meetings and provide input and feedback related to safety and support operations.
• Attend and actively engage in all required training sessions as assigned by the company and apply learned skills and knowledge to daily tasks and responsibilities.
• Attend and actively engage in all required staff meetings and events on and off-site (when applicable).

WHAT YOU BRING

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. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work an