Security Guard

Background

Since 1976, St. Joseph Center has been meeting the needs of low-income and homeless individuals and families in Venice, Santa Monica, Mar Vista, and surrounding communities. The Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community organization that assists people without regard for religious affiliation or lack thereof through comprehensive case management and integrated social service programs. The Center enjoys broad-based community support as well as a sponsored relationship with its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. St. Joseph Center serves approximately 6,000 individuals annually.

Brief Description of Principal Activities

Multifaceted intervention, prevention, and education services are carried out at four sites on the Westside of Los Angeles. St. Joseph Center's integrated programs provide clients with concentrated and coordinated access to services according to the nature of their needs.

St. Joseph Center (SJC) is a nonprofit organization and is the leading housing and supportive services provider on the Westside of Los Angeles. For nearly five decades, our mission has been to end homelessness and poverty in Los Angeles. We work at the intersection of housing, economic mobility and social justice. We provide comprehensive housing services, outreach, food assistance, mental health support, and workforce development to over 15,000 low-income individuals, youth, and families each year.

We understand that homelessness, housing insecurity and poverty in Los Angeles are unique, largely shaped by the critical housing shortage. That's why we take a holistic approach to supporting Angelenos in need, prioritizing Housing First while recognizing that housing alone is not enough to support individuals and families on their path to build a sustainable and productive future.

We are looking for people who, like us, believe in the inherent worth of every individual. And understand that homelessness and poverty are often a result of circumstances, not a reflection of character. We are on a bold mission to end poverty and homelessness in our generation and are deeply committed to finding long-term solutions to shape a future for Los Angeles that works for all.

At St. Joseph Center we are committed to creating a culture where innovation flourishes, diversity strengthens us, and our strong SJC community contributes to our shared mission.

Job Summary

The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for St. Joseph Center staff, program participants, visitors, volunteers, and property. The Security Guard serves as a highly visible presence at the assigned main site, helping to prevent unauthorized access, theft, vandalism, unsafe activity, and other security concerns. The Security Guard works collaboratively with the Program Manager, Office Manager, and other St. Joseph Center staff to promote a safe and respectful environment consistent with the agency's mission, values, and commitment to human dignity.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Security Guard's key areas of responsibility include:

• Secure the premises by conducting regular patrols of the interior and exterior of the assigned property.
• Conduct routine perimeter checks to identify security concerns, unauthorized activity, property damage, hazards, or other conditions requiring attention.
• Maintain a highly visible security presence to deter theft, vandalism, trespassing, violence, and other inappropriate or unlawful activity.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and report suspicious or concerning activity to management and/or emergency services as appropriate.
• Inspect doors, windows, gates, access points, and other areas of the facility to ensure they are properly secured.
• Monitor and authorize the entry and departure of employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, participants, and other authorized individuals.
• Ensure individuals entering the facility follow established site safety and security procedures. Respond appropriately to safety concerns, disturbances, emergencies, and other incidents. Contact law enforcement, fire department, emergency medical services, or other emergency personnel when necessary. Sound alarms or initiate established emergency procedures when appropriate.
• Act lawfully and appropriately in the direct defense of life or property when necessary.
• Follow all St. Joseph Center safety, security, emergency response, and incident reporting procedures.
• Follow all St. Joseph Center safety, security, emergency response, and incident reporting procedures.

Experience

• 1+ years of experience providing services to highly vulnerable populations
• Additional security, safety emergency response, or related training is preferred

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Direct Reports:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to use widely supported internet browsers.

Travel Requirements:

• Access to reliable transportation.

Status: Full time/Non-Exempt

Employment with St. Joseph Center is contingent on completion of satisfactory background check.

St. Joseph Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, SJC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training

St. Joseph center invites you to review the current "EEO is The Law" poster as part of the application process. A link to the current poster is located here.

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf