Safety Advocate

City Care Inc; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-sponsored 401K plan

Job summary

City Care Inc. is seeking a Safety Advocate in Tulsa. You will maintain a safe environment, monitor premises, enforce security protocols, and respond to emergencies while upholding City Care’s mission and values.

The role requires vigilance, proactive engagement with guests, and collaboration with staff to ensure safety across facilities. Flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is expected. Background check and certifications are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; additional training in security or law enforcement preferred.
• Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor entrances, exits, and surrounding areas to deter unauthorized access and ensure safety.
• Conduct regular patrols inside and outside City Care facilities.
• Lock or secure doors, windows, and gates after hours.
• Respond promptly to emergencies following established protocols.
• Assist staff and clients during evacuations or emergencies.
• Document incidents and report to the Chief Operations Officer.
• Enforce visitor management and access control policies.
• Coordinate with external emergency services when needed.
• Maintain logs of daily activities and security-related documentation.

Skills

Strong observational skills

Excellent communication

Calm under pressure

Surveillance equipment proficiency

Background check

Flexible hours

CLEET certification

Mental Health First Aid

Education

High school diploma

Security training

CLEET certification

Mental Health First Aid certification

Tools

Surveillance equipment

Job description

Safety Advocate

Location: Tulsa

Salary: $19.50-$21.50 per hour, plus benefits

FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Position Overview:

City Care exists to do the work few others are willing to do. We believe in the intrinsic value of every person.

It is with love and compassion that we walk alongside neighbors who are often overlooked in our community. We provide food for the hungry, relief for the hurting, and hold space for complete restoration of lives that have gotten off course. With enough endurance, we witness, firsthand, remarkable stories of transformation.

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The Safety Advocate is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment at City Care facilities, ensuring the safety of staff, clients, and visitors. This role involves monitoring premises, enforcing security protocols, building proactive engagement interactions with guests, and responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to upholding the mission and values of City Care.

Key Responsibilities:

Facility Security

• Monitor all entrances, exits, and surrounding areas of City Care facilities to deter unauthorized access and ensure safety.
• Conduct regular patrols of the premises, both inside and outside.
• Ensure doors, windows, and gates are locked or secured after hours.

Incident Response

• Respond promptly to emergencies, disturbances, or security breaches, following established protocols.
• Assist staff and clients during evacuations or other emergencies.

Develop personalized engagement strategies for high-risk guests.

• Document and report incidents to the Chief Operations Officer and appropriate authorities when required.

Policy Enforcement

• Enforce organizational policies, including access control and visitor management.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety and emergency procedures.
• Conduct bag checks, screenings, or other measures as needed to maintain a secure environment.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as a liaison between staff, clients, and external emergency services during security-related incidents.
• Provide guidance to staff on security procedures and ensure they are well-informed about safety protocols.
• Work closely with other departments to address specific security needs or concerns.

Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate logs of daily activities, incidents, and other security-related documentation.
• Provide regular security updates to the Sr. Director of Facilities.

Requirements

Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training in security or law enforcement preferred.
• Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to remain calm and act decisively in high-pressure situations.
• Proficiency in using surveillance equipment and basic computer systems.
• Must pass a background check.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Physically able to stand, walk, and respond to emergencies for extended periods.
• Complete CLEET certification upon employment
• Complete Mental Health First Aid upon employment

Attributes

• Commitment to the mission of City Care and its values of equity, dignity, and compassion.
• Proactive and vigilant in identifying and addressing potential safety concerns.

Benefits Package:

• Benefits for full-time employees begin on the first day of the month following date of hire.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision and company sponsored 401K plan