Public Safety Officer

Make a difference in a family's life!

VOA Upstate New York’s continuum of residential programs offer homeless & low-income individuals and families safe housing and support services. We provide long-term solutions to the problems of homelessness, addiction, incarceration, and poverty by helping the people we serve overcome obstacles and develop healthier, more self-sufficient lives.

Public Safety Officer JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct monitoring activities for Residential Reentry Center residents and former residents on home confinement

Ensure the protection and safety of residents, staff and site Maintain resident confidentiality at all times and keep records in accordance with regulatory agencies and VOAs guidelines

Monitor internal and external activities of the facility and program

Help residents understand and follow policies and program rules

Complete check-in and check-out processes for residents entering or leaving the facility

Conduct security checks, breathalyzers and urine screens as required

Answer agency phones

Report any issues or concerns to supervisor in accordance with divisional guidelines

Model agency values and core expectations

Complete standard reports, paperwork and data entry as requested or required

Other duties as directed EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONSAbility to learn and apply interpersonal and crisis management skills

Ability to learn and implement safe evacuation and disaster procedures

Ability to exhibit calming presence and interact in a polite, courteous, professional manner

Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 lbs unassisted safely and carefully

Ability to pass Federal Bureau of Prisons background check

Ability to obtain first aid and CPR certification

Valid NY State Identification VOA provides comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including:

Competitive Pay Paid Time Off Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Company Paid Life & LTD Insurance
403(b), & more!

All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity and will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age disability, protected veteran status, or marital status.