Safety Coordinator at Chicanos Por La Causa – El Paso, Texas

Protecting what matters most. Our ORR team in El Paso, TX is searching for a Safety Coordinator to support our kids during their journey to empowered lives.

ABOUT ORR
The mission of CPLC's Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) is to promote the health, well-being, and stability of refugees, unaccompanied alien children, and other eligible individuals and families, through culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and strengths-based services. Our vision is for all new arrivals to be welcomed with equitable, high-quality services and resources so they can maximize their potential.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?
You oversee the safety of the facility, taking responsibility for the safety of clients in a residential housing facility, which includes ensuring consistent implementation of program procedures, organization, and management of data and related documentation. You promote a work environment conducive to safety and effective communication, collaboration, team building and professionalism. You also promote collaborations and partnerships with other departments to provide a comprehensive continuum of services to clients.

• Coordinate and oversee safety operations including scheduling, emergency evacuations, and monitoring activities to ensure compliance and security within the facility.
  • This may include traveling with clients and staff (ex.: remaining with client on hospital trips, evacuations)
• Serve as liaison and communicator between Youth Care Workers, Case Managers, and Clinical Teams to address behavioral, social, and recreational issues and report warning signs in clients.
• Supervise safety monitors and maintain a safe environment for clients in residential housing, ensuring adherence to organizational procedures and protocols.
• Develop and maintain safety documentation and data reporting to track program results, while supporting other operational needs such as medical coordination and client accompaniment when required.

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT SAFETY COORDINATOR?

• Your experience. You have safety, risk and/or security experience that makes you a trusted team member. You have worked in shelters, residential and social services settings before.
• You are trauma-informed and see others potential. You understand that trauma is very real. You never blame a child, "What's WRONG with you?" Instead you seek out "what is STRONG" in each child.
• Effective and professional under pressure. You have experience handling crises, you are able to guide others during emergencies, and you are an expert in sensitive, confidential, high-stress situations.
• You value inclusion of all backgrounds and cultures. You are genuinely committed to working with diverse communities and create a welcoming space for anyone seeking safety.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in security or related field preferred.
• Ability to obtain fingerprint clearance card, CPR, CPI and First Aid Certifications.
• Bilingual language skills in English/Spanish required.
• Cleared background check from appropriate entity.
• Cleared drug test results.
• Able and available to come in during emergencies as an emergency essential employee.

BENEFITS
We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

Full-time employee’s benefits below:

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Do you align with our vision of empowered lives? Then we can't wait to meet you!

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster