Security Associate I

Are you looking for a way to use your gift to help others? Do you have a heart to come alongside others who are trying to improve their lives? Do you want to work for a company that's made it to the  Best Christian Workplace 5 years in a row? If so, we want to talk with you.

As a  Security Associate I, you will be responsible for the safety and security of staff, volunteers, facilities and program residents.

Pay Range: $17.19 - $22.35 Hourly

The above pay range is a guideline.  For candidates who meet the qualifications of the job, the Mission’s Compensation Philosophy is to target the 40th - 50th percentile of the range. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final pay rate to be offered.  Factors include (but are not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training as well as internal equity, market and other business considerations.

Schedule: different locations and shifts are available

How you will serve

• Initiate, develop and maintain trust with Mission staff, volunteers, and guests ensuring safe, compassionate, and professional interactions
• Enforce policies with Mission residents, homeless neighbors outside facilities to include proactive outreach and engagement with homeless neighbors that are loitering on or around Mission properties. 
• Provide assistance and referral to homeless neighbors who are experiencing crises caused by mental illness and/or excessive drug/alcohol consumption. 
• Documenting and communicating repeated violations of the Missions policies to Security Manager.
•  Assist in de-escalation of guests in crises (medical, mental health, interpersonal).
• De-escalate arguments and altercations happening outside of the Mission.
• Calling or coordinating the calling of 9-1-1 to address emergencies.
• Discourage and report predatory and/or illicit behavior.
• Learn, understand and commit to the grace based therapeutic model and incorporating it into all interactions.
• Attend and participate in all Mission, Division and Department meetings and training, as required.
• Proactively outreach and engage with guests and non-guests that are loitering and camping round Mission property.
• Enforce the Guest Services policies with Mission guests.
• Coordinate with the Welcome Center/Guest Services, including participating in the weekly team meetings and working with other departments at the Mission as necessary.
• Collaborate with other Mission staff and guests to improve safety and cleanliness around and near Mission property.

How we support each other

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Him.
• Faithfully upholds The Mission and your team in prayer.
• Participates in team devotions as schedule permits.
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with the Mission’s Statement of Faith, Standard of Conduct, policies, and expectations.
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to a diverse audience, including our Mission teams, our volunteers, guests and homeless neighbors.

Qualifications

• Acknowledge and sign the Mission's Statement of Faith (see below)
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Must have at least 1 year(s) of experience in human services (paid or volunteer), preferably working with adults challenged by homelessness, mental illness and/or chemical dependency required
• 1 years of experience working in Public Safety, Security, Law Enforcement or Military is required
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License and be able to meet the standards of the Mission driver criteria is preferred, including but not limited to:
  • Clean driving record
  • No current suspensions or revocations
  • At least 21 years of age

Benefits

All regular fulltime employees, you are eligible to participate in our generous benefits package:

• Medical / Vision with generous dependent coverage
• Dental - 100% company paid
• Long-Term Disability 100% company paid
• Basic Life Plan 100% company paid
• Voluntary Products (Aflac and Guardian)
• EAP and 24/7 Virtual Mental Health 100% company paid
• 4 weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on hire date)
• 11 paid holidays 1 Floating Holiday
• Personal Day and Birthday holiday
• Retirement benefits w/ company match
• Continuing Education Reimbursement Program

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and/or sit for long periods of time in a varying temperature environment.  Occasionally will balance, twist, stoop, kneel and reach with hands/arms.  Frequently uses good judgement to de-escalate situations.  Occasionally lifts up to 20 pounds and walks, use stairways to climb to multiple floors within the company.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Statement of Faith

1. We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible, authoritative Word of God. (2 Tim. 3:16-17, 2 Pet. 1:20-21)
2. We believe there is one God, eternally existent in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Deut. 6:1, Matt. 28:19, Rom. 8:14-17, Eph. 4:4-6, 1 Tim. 2:5, 1 Pet. 1:2
3. We believe in the deity and humanity of our Lord Jesus Christ:
   • His virgin birth (Luke 1:35, John 1:1-2, John 1:14)
   • His sinless life (Phil. 2:5-11)
   • His miracles (Matt. 4:23)
   • His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood on the cross, the forgiveness of sins (Rom. 3:23-25, 2 Cor. 5:21, 1 John 2:1-2)
   • His bodily resurrection from the dead (Rom. 8:34, 1 Cor. 15:3-5)
   • His ascension into heaven, now seated at the right hand of the Father (Acts 1:9-11, Heb. 1:3, Heb. 9:24)
   • His future return in power and glory (1 Thess. 4:16-18)
4. We believe that salvation of the lost is possible through the shed blood of the Lord Jesus Christ by faith apart from works, and regeneration by the Holy Spirit. (Eph. 1:7, Eph. 2:8-9, John 1:12, John 3:36, 2 Cor. 5:17, Titus 3:5, John 14:17)
5. We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whom Christ indwells each believer enabling them to live a godly life of obedience as they reach for maturity. (John 14:17, Acts 1:8, John 16:13, John 14:26, 2 Cor. 1:21-22, Gal. 5:22-23)
6. We believe in the bodily resurrection of the saved and their eternal life with God. We believe in the bodily resurrection of the unsaved and their eternal separation from God. (1 Cor. 15:20-28, Matt. 25:45-46, Rev. 20:11-15)
7. We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in Christ. (Eph. 2:13-14, Eph. 4:1-6, John 17:20-23, Phil. 2:1-4)

 Mission Statement

To bring the love of Jesus and hope for a new life to our homeless neighbors.

 Vision Statement

To see every homeless neighbor - beloved, redeemed, restored.

 Pre-Employment

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and must be able to pass a 4-panel drug screen.

Salary : $17 - $22