Safety & Security Coordinator

Safety & Security Coordinator

The Safety & Security Coordinator provides on-site leadership to Safety & Security Workers within our Youth Development Care Center. This position plays a key role in maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive environment for youth in care. The Coordinator ensures that facility operations align with trauma-informed practices and departmental policies, while fostering a culture of safety, respect, and accountability. Our new Youth Development Care Center located in Caledonia, WI is a modern, thoughtfully designed facility that reflects our commitment to rehabilitation and safety for both youth and staff.

Shifts:

1st shift: 7am-3pm 2nd shift: 3pm-11pm 3rd shift: 11pm-7am We are currently recruiting for 3rd shift.

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day tasks of assigned Safety & Security Workers.
• Serve as an integral member of the YDCC's management team.
• Provide direct supervision during assigned shifts, ensuring policy and procedural compliance.
• Act as the Safety & Security Supervisor in their absence, assuming full supervisory duties.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coach staff, and recommend disciplinary actions as needed.
• Assist with youth intake and release procedures.
• Intervene and restrain youth in accordance with approved crisis intervention techniques when necessary.
• Enforce facility rules, maintain order, and ensure a structured, respectful environment.
• Complete and document room checks as required.
• Conduct monthly safety and security inspections; identify and report equipment issues and maintenance needs.
• Manage supply inventories and submit requisitions for cleaning, laundry, and personal care supplies.
• Lead team huddles and contribute to staff development through mentoring and training.

Supervision Exercised:
Supervise Safety & Security Workers on assigned shift.

Supervision Received:
Receives supervision from the Safety & Security Supervisor.

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field from an accredited college preferred
• At least 21 years of age
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in a juvenile justice or adult corrections setting
• Supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred
• No criminal convictions that substantially relate to the position duties
• Experience in maintaining records and preparing reports
• Requires post-offer drug testing and random drug tests while employed
• Must attend and satisfactorily complete State of Wisconsin Jail/Detention worker training
• Have and maintain valid driver's license
• Ability to work flexible shifts as needed in a 24/7 facility
• * Or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities

• Proven leadership, team-building, and coaching skills
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed care principles and their application in a secure youth setting
• Ability to respond to emergency situations calmly and professionally
• Capable of working with at-risk youth and building trust through empathy and consistency
• Effective communicator with youth, families, staff, and external stakeholders
• Organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Strong recordkeeping skills

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent:
  Standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional:
  Stooping, climbing, carrying up to 80 lbs., pushing/pulling loads
• Requires normal vision, hearing, and dexterity for radio use, documentation, and safety tasks

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in a secure, indoor facility with standard safety and security protocols
• Uniforms and portable radios required at all times while on duty
• Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens