Trauma-Informed Safety & Harm Reduction Coordinator

Evidence Based Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,904 - 49,194; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in New York is seeking a Safety Coordinator to implement safety protocols and assist with safety planning for participants, staff, and guests. Responsibilities include monitoring safety measures, intervening in crisis situations, and preparing safety documentation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience as a Security Guard, and skills in conflict mediation and harm reduction. Salary ranges from $31.87 to $35.71 per hour, with a requirement for CPR and First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent life/professional experience preferred.
• Two years’ experience as a Security Guard or active license as a trained Security Guard.
• At least two years of relevant work experience, preferably in a nonprofit social service setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety protocols across the Atlas HOPE Program.
• Assist the Safety Coordinator Supervisor with participant safety plans.
• Serve as a liaison between participants and external safety-related resources.

Skills

Conflict mediation

Effective communication

De-escalation techniques

Trauma-informed care

Harm reduction practices

First Aid and CPR

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Security monitoring systems

Job description

A community service organization in New York is seeking a Safety Coordinator to implement safety protocols and assist with safety planning for participants, staff, and guests. Responsibilities include monitoring safety measures, intervening in crisis situations, and preparing safety documentation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, experience as a Security Guard, and skills in conflict mediation and harm reduction. Salary ranges from $31.87 to $35.71 per hour, with a requirement for CPR and First Aid certification.