Trauma-Informed Safety Associate | Evening Shift

Colorado Coalition for the Homeless; Watkins (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental plans

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

403(b) retirement savings matching

Paid time off

Job summary

The Safety Associate I at Colorado Coalition for the Homeless ensures the safety of clients, staff, vendors and visitors at assigned locations. The role emphasizes de-escalation, crisis prevention and a trauma-informed approach while supporting a safe environment.

Work days Sat-Wed 11am–7pm, with weekend hours as required. Responsibilities include inspecting sites, assisting staff in dangerous situations, escorting employees, maintaining compliance with safety procedures, providing crisis

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of employment.
• Bi-lingual English‑Spanish and/or ASL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of assigned Coalition sites to ensure a safe environment.
• Assist staff in assessing potentially dangerous situations and intervene as necessary to prevent escalation.
• Escort employees as needed to promote staff safety.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with CCH safety procedures and visitor policies.
• Provide crisis intervention support, focusing on verbal and physical de-escalation, while adhering to trauma-informed principles.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and emergency healthcare personnel as needed.
• Document and submit reports on all incidents involving physical intervention or security concerns.
• Participate in ongoing safety and de-escalation training.
• Ensure timely and accurate use of all company systems and up-to-date records.

Skills

De-escalation

Crisis intervention

Communication

Confidentiality

Trauma-informed

Education

High school diploma

CPR/First Aid

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Safety Associate I at Colorado Coalition for the Homeless ensures the safety of clients, staff, vendors and visitors at assigned locations. The role emphasizes de-escalation, crisis prevention and a trauma-informed approach while supporting a safe environment.

Work days Sat-Wed 11am–7pm, with weekend hours as required. Responsibilities include inspecting sites, assisting staff in dangerous situations, escorting employees, maintaining compliance with safety procedures, providing crisis