The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves.
Our Philosophy of Service: We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and health care are available to everyone. We create lasting solutions to homelessness by:
· Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities and fostering their hope that a better life is possible.
· Building strong, caring and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care and supportive services.
· Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion and diversity, and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve.
· Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation and professional development.
· Using resources judiciously and effectively.
The Field Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring the safety of clients, residents, staff, vendors, volunteers, and other visitors of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless properties. This position oversees, schedules, and supervises Safety Associates and contracted security to ensure the implementation and maintenance of a comprehensive security and safety program. The role focuses on proactive risk management, staff training, and compliance with safety regulations while upholding a trauma-informed and culturally competent approach to security operations. The Safety Manager supports the Director of Safety in developing safety strategy and coverage needs. This position shares coverage with other managers, and works at various locations, both program and residential owned by CCH. Main Work location: 2111 Champa St. Denver, CO
The safety function at the Coalition is not an extension of a law enforcement agency and should not act as such. While cooperation with such agencies is encouraged, Coalition safety associates are not empowered to detain persons unless an illegal act has occurred on Coalition property. The safety function is not a transportation/escort service for other agencies and safety staff should not use Coalition vehicles for such transportation.
Additional Requirement
Valid driver’s license required. This requirement may be waived, if necessary, based on overall candidate experience and current needs of the business.
Coalition Benefits
Choice of HMO or PPO health insurance coverage options: full-time employees contribute only 1% of their earnings for their own HMO health coverage and no more than 4% of their earnings for coverage of eligible dependents. We’re proud to offer same-and opposite-sex domestic partner coverage. Choice of dental insurance or discount plan. Vision insurance. Flexible spending accounts for health care / dependent care / parking expenses. Free basic life and AD&D insurance coverage. Employee Assistance Program, a problem-solving resource available to you and your household members. Dollar-for-dollar retirement plan matching contributions up to 5% of earnings with 3-year vesting. Extensive paid time-off, including 9 holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and three weeks of vacation for new full-time employees in their first year. The effective date for your benefits will be the first of the month following your date of hire.
Essential Job Functions
Deploy appropriate staff and resources to active safety incidents ensuring thorough management of contract security, CCH safety and property staff response, and all emergency response department coordinationOversee investigation and debrief of safety incidents as they occurEnsure accuracy of occurrence and event reportingMay perform duties of the safety team in lieu of staff availability to include: staff escorts, wellness checks and other client-facing response as needed This position provides response coverage and management of contract security and emergency response teams when incidents occur Establish and enforce company policies, safety practices, and regulations while fostering a positive work environment.Assist the Director of Safety with the development and conducting of educational and safety training programs at CCH that utilizes trauma informed care and de-escalation best practices. Assess property needs for safety upkeep, compliance and evaluation of needed upgrades.Complete reporting, analysis and strategy input to respond to site specific security needs based on data driven information. Manages schedule and performance for contract security guards and program during shift, including mobile and stationed security coverage.Ensure timely & accurate use of all company systems as required while maintaining complete up-to-date records and any future upgrades as directed.Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications Summary
Strong understanding of trauma-informed response, non-violent crisis intervention, and de-escalation best practices.Ability to assess potentially disruptive and/or dangerous situations and take appropriate action that promotes a safe environment.Ability to train a range of audiences with differing job environments on how to best deter or respond to safety incidents. Proficiency in using safety incident software and related office equipment such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Ability to analyze complex issues and make sound decisions, even under pressure.Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to foster positive relationships with residents and colleagues.Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work schedules, and emergency situations.Advanced verbal and written communication skills, effectively conveying information to diverse audiences.Works well with others to achieve common goals, promoting a cooperative environment. Three to five years of relevant work experience in safety programs and response, preferably in healthcare, human services, mental health, or group residential settings. Experience responding to real time safety incidents in the field and high-volume environments.Experience working with leadership to ensure workplace safety, security, and health compliance. Experience liaising effectively with frontline staff. Thorough knowledge of applicable government regulations. Knowledge of homelessness issues and demonstrated sensitivity to underserved populations. Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or in human services preferred.Experience as an EMT, firefighter, or first responder preferred.Education, Licensure and Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent required CPR/First Aid Certification required within 30 days of employment.Must have and maintain in good standing, a Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of hireProfessional certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Graduate Safety practitioner (GSP), or National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification preferredCompletion of FEMA ICS 100 and 700 within first 90 days
Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is committed to delivering services, making employment-related decisions, selecting volunteers, and selecting vendors without regard to age over 40, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, military status, or any other applicable status protected by law.
