Security Dallas, GA

Job Title:

House Security / Safety Monitor

Organization: ME Living & COCAS

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

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 whats happening in the home

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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