SAFETY SECURITY OFFICER

Safety Security Officer

KidsPeace – Orefield, PA | Bethlehem, PA

What We Offer

• Generous PTO
• Tuition assistance & student loan forgiveness options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Two week paid training program
• Professional growth: ongoing development, training opportunities, and structured career pathways.
• Supportive environment: a collaborative and compassionate team culture.

Position Summary

The Safety Security Officer position at KidsPeace maintains a safe and secure environment by monitoring personnel, clients and guests, and patrolling company owned and leased property. They assume the role as a first responder during emergency situations and acts as the liaison to emergency responders reporting to the scene. They monitor fire and life safety equipment while performing other preventative maintenance tasks as needed.

Shifts Available

• Full time
• Middle Shift (4pm to Midnight)

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent required, or 2-5 years of relatable work experience. Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or other applicable field preferred.
• Must be 20 years of age or older.
• Prior Safety Security experience with work record preferred.
• Required to hold and maintain a valid driver's license in state of work location.
• Must be proficient in the English language and must be able to receive and give detailed information through verbal and written communication.
• Adequate computer and technology skills.
• Capable of being trained and able to fully perform and maintain current corporate and departmental certifications such as, but not limited to the KidsPeace restraint methodology, Ukeru, CPR, First aid, etc
• Must pass a Criminal History Record Clearance & a Child Abuse History Clearance which are processed by KidsPeace as well as possess a valid driver's license.
• Must pass a Physical & Drug screening & possess the ability to attend & successfully complete all KidsPeace sponsored training

Responsibilities

• To maintains a safe and secure environment by monitoring personnel, clients and guests, and patrolling company owned and leased property.
• Assume the role as a first responder during emergency situations and acts as the liaison to emergency responders reporting to the scene.
• To monitor fire and life safety equipment while performing other preventative maintenance tasks as needed

About Us

KidsPeace is a private charity committed to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have provided psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment, accredited educational programs, and foster care services. Our culture is rooted in compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a dedication to providing hope and healing.

Competitive pay starting at $18.50 hourly.

KidsPeace is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.