Security Dallas, GA

Job Title: House Security / Safety Monitor

Organization: ME Living & COCAS

Type: Part-Time and Full-Time (Evenings/Overnights/Weekends Preferred)

About Us ME Living & COCAS provide safe housing and wraparound support for survivors of domestic violence, homelessness, and justice-involved individuals. Our homes need calm, consistent, safety-focused staff who can keep order, document what happens, and support the team when crises arise.

The House Security / Safety Monitor is responsible for maintaining a safe, stable, and respectful environment in our program homes. This role is a mix of security, documentation, and support
. You are the eyes and ears in the house, making sure clients follow rules, incidents are documented, and staff are alerted when something is wrong.

You will:

• Monitor safety in and around the property
• Enforce basic house rules (curfew, visitors, sign-in/out)
• Complete detailed notes and incident reports so our case managers and therapists know what's happening in the home

There is room to grow into a Lead House Security role for staff who show strong judgment, reliability, and leadership.

Safety & Security

• Monitor entrances, common areas, and surrounding property for safety concerns
• Conduct regular rounds and wellness checks on residents as directed
• Respond calmly to conflicts, disturbances, or crises and de-escalate when possible
• Immediately report serious safety issues to on-call leadership and follow emergency protocols

Curfew, Visitors & House Rules

• Enforce curfew times
  , sign-in/out procedures, and visitor rules
• Maintain accurate visitor logs and ensure only approved visitors enter the home
• Support consistent application of house rules while treating residents with dignity and respect

Documentation & Notes

• Complete daily shift notes summarizing what happened during your shift
• Create detailed incident reports for fights, rule violations, injuries, police or EMS involvement, and other significant events
• Document curfew compliance, late returns, and any behavior that impacts safety or housing stability
• Enter notes into our system or on our forms the same day / same shift

Communication & Teamwork

• Communicate clearly with case managers, therapists, house managers, and leadership about safety issues
• Participate in quick check-ins or team huddles to share patterns or concerns (e.g., repeated curfew violations, tension between residents)
• Follow instructions from program leadership and contribute to a calm, trauma-informed environment

• Prior experience in security, residential programs, shelters, corrections, group homes, or similar is helpful but not required
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and follow safety protocols
• Strong observation and documentation skills able to write clear, simple, factual notes
• Comfortable working with individuals who may be:
  • Survivors of domestic violence
  • Recently homeless
  • Coming out of jail or prison
  • Managing mental health and substance use challenges
• Reliable, on time, and willing to work evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Must be able to pass background checks required by our programs

• Schedule:
  • Shifts may include evenings, overnights, weekends
    , and some holidays
  • Part-time and full-time options depending on location and house needs
• Pay Range:
  • House Security / Safety Monitor: starting around $14/hour (depending on experience)
  • Enhanced / Lead House Security: up to $16/hour for staff who:
    • Consistently complete high-quality notes & incident reports
    • Help coordinate safety across multiple houses or shifts
    • Show strong judgment and leadership

Please send your resume and a brief note explaining:

to:
HR with the subject line:

House Security / Safety Monitor [Your Name]