Security Guard

• Compensation: USD 21.00 - USD 25.00 - hourly

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.

eph 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.

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…