Part-Time Safety Support Associate - Interim ; JR

Part‑Time Safety Support Associate – Interim Housing (JR 5554)

Why Work For Us?

We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference. We help an average of 23 people per week find a place to live.

If you join us, you will be able to advocate for change while working with influential people. We prioritize work/life balance with scheduling options, generous time off, health and wellness benefits, and professional growth opportunities across the state.

JR 5554

Safety Support Associate

Location: Long Beach, CA 90813

Salary: $21.71 to $26.36 per hour

Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year

Employment Type: Part-Time, Non‑Exempt

Shift Schedules:

• Saturday‑Sunday, 7:00am‑3:30pm
• Saturday‑Sunday, 3:30pm‑11:00pm

Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

Every program is designed to holistically address barriers to long‑term housing stability, using evidence‑based practices. We are committed to a diverse work environment and equity in service delivery.

As part of the Interim Housing team, the Safety Support Associate proactively ensures the site is a safe environment for staff, participants, and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring facilities, building rapport with participants, and providing support during crisis situations.

• Assist in ensuring overall safety using observation, de‑escalation strategies, and participant engagement.
• Coordinate with the on‑site case management team for support.
• Coordinate with contracted security agencies as applicable.
• Conduct regular rounds and communicate discrepancies or concerns.
• Respond to security or crisis situations using non‑violent crisis intervention and verbal de‑escalation.
• Assist with completing reports as requested.
• Attend meetings and provide input related to safety and support operations.

• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Communication skills.
• Creativity and initiative.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Ethics and boundaries.

• One (1) year experience working with vulnerable populations and/or security, deescalation, or non‑violent crisis intervention.

• All levels of experience and education welcome.

• Employment eligibility verification.
• CPR/First Aid training or willingness to obtain.
• Success in Tuberculosis test, background screening, and drug test.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not sponsor visas.

Los Angeles County

Interim Housing LA

Competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, retirement plan.

If this position sounds like a fit, please submit your application today. A resume is required.

PATH provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. PATH complies with all applicable federal, state and local nondiscrimination laws.

PATH considers employment of all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with state and local laws.

PATH is dedicated to racial and social justice by centering equity in service delivery and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.