{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2f2cce5dc4fd2c6606c8491e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2f2cce5dc4fd2c6606c8491e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2f2cce5dc4fd2c6606c8491e","title":"Program Safety Coordinator II","description":"PAY RATE AND BENEFITS\nPAY RATE: $34.70 - $36.70 Per Hour\n\nBENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.\n\nJOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE\nThe Program Safety Coordinator II is responsible for initiating, facilitating, and continually improving safety practices and procedures for residential and non-residential facilities, including 24/7 operating shelters and Project Homekey Hotels. Works closely with the VOALA Facilities and Accessibility Manager, VOALA Maintenance Director and Program Managers to ensure emergency procedures and life‑safety codes—emergencies, disasters, fire, OSHA, licensing, and program requirements—are monitored, updated, and practiced throughout the program year. Will also ensure staff is trained and programs adhere to safety and emergency preparedness regulations.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nPlans, coordinates and communicates safety initiatives for assigned programs, including:\n\nCoordinates and communicates safety materials\n\nEstablishes safety training\n\nFollows up and monitors safety reports, inspections, and procedures\n\nMaintains safety materials, updates, and trains employees on safety practices and disaster preparedness\n\nTrains, monitors, and supports staff and facilities in emergency evacuation drills and communications within programs\n\nParticipates in site inspections and ongoing monitoring of systems that involve emergency preparedness principles and Environmental Health and Safety protocols\n\nRecords observations and safety practices at multiple locations\n\nHandles inventory and works with other service managers on supply orders and checklists for emergency supplies\n\nHandles and coordinates fire inspections, fire alarm testing and maintenance, including monitoring of fire extinguishers\n\nConducts fire training as needed, including fire watch, fire safety, and fire equipment maintenance\n\nConducts new site and site‑needs assessments pertaining to fire, life, safety operations and equipment\n\nAssists program operations, including:\n\nCommunity meetings\n\nNetworking with emergency personnel such as Fire Dept./Police Dept.\n\nHold community or advisory meetings on emergency preparedness\n\nPromotes safety knowledge at regular events, including:\n\nAttend and participate in staff meetings/trainings\n\nAttend/support monthly events or functions at centers\n\nAttend maintenance/facility/​Safe Environment meetings or trainings to increase technical knowledge and skills\n\nParticipate in emergency preparedness community events and meetings\n\nEducates program staff on health, safety, ergonomic, and OSHA requirements and good body mechanics, especially when heavy lifting or repetitive/strenuous activities are required\n\nESSENTIAL DUTIES\n\nIncumbents must report to the office\n\nPlans program safety initiatives, maintains safety materials, updates, and trains employees on safety practices and disaster preparedness\n\nParticipates in site inspections and ongoing monitoring of systems that involve emergency preparedness principles and Environmental Health and Safety protocols\n\nFollows up and monitors safety reports, inspections, and procedures, recording observations and safety practices at multiple locations\n\nCoordinates fire safety inspections and ensures corrective actions are performed\n\nHandles inventory and works with other service managers on supply orders and checklists for emergency supplies\n\nTrains, monitors, and supports program staff and facilities in emergency evacuation drills and communications\n\nProvides safety input at organizational and community venues, including:\n\nCommunity meetings\n\nNetworking with emergency personnel such as Fire Dept./Police Dept.\n\nHold community or advisory meetings on emergency preparedness\n\nResearches and obtains community assessment data for projects and grants\n\nOther duties as required and may be subject to change\n\nMANDATED REPORTER\nAll employees are considered mandated reporters and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to appropriate authorities.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\nREQUIREMENTS\n\nMust pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment, and education verifications\n\nMust present a Tuberculosis (TB) clearance and health screening within six months prior to hire; annual influenza vaccination (Aug–Dec) and immunizations for pertussis and measles\n\nMust hold a Class 3 California driver’s license and maintain proper insurance, and have acceptable driving records; must have access to an automobile with adequate insurance coverage or alternative accessible transportation\n\nMust be able to work under emotional stress and conflict, dealing with difficult, uncooperative, and potentially aggressive clients in a vulnerable population, including those with homelessness, mental illness, substance abuse, and recent incarceration\n\nEDUCATION\n\nAssociate’s Degree in Environmental Health or Safety related field\n\nOSHA General Industry – 10‑hour license\n\nTwo additional OSHA certifications (minimum 10 hours) in related field\n\nAny non‑violent credential\n\nCommunity Emergency Response Team (CERT) certification within six months of hire\n\nEXPERIENCE\n\nThree years of experience with emergency preparedness, fire‑related field, or safety principles\n\nOne year experience with shelters, adult rehabilitation programs, low‑income housing, or HUD projects\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\nAdditional OSHA or safety credentials\n\nCrisis Response Coordinator credential\n\nBachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or Safety\n\nKnowledge of emergency preparedness practices\n\nKnowledge of LAFD practices\n\nDevelopment of disaster preparedness plans\n\nEEO STATEMENT\nVolunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\n\nThis employer participates in E‑Verify as required by federal law and will provide the federal government with Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.\n\nIf E‑Verify cannot confirm your authorization to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS or SSA so you can resolve the issue before any action is taken, including termination.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Voala","rawCompany":"voala","city":"Downey","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-24T03:15:40.660Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"19-5011.00","title":"Occupational Health and Safety Specialists","slug":"occupational-health-and-safety-specialists"},{"code":"19-5012.00","title":"Occupational Health and Safety Technicians","slug":"occupational-health-and-safety-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"624230","title":"Emergency and Other Relief Services","slug":"emergency-and-other-relief-services"},{"code":"922190","title":"Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities","slug":"other-justice-public-order-and-safety-activities"},{"code":"624221","title":"Temporary Shelters","slug":"temporary-shelters"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Safety Coordinator II","description":"PAY RATE AND BENEFITS\nPAY RATE: $34.70 - $36.70 Per Hour\n\nBENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits.\n\nJOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE\nThe Program Safety Coordinator II is responsible for initiating, facilitating, and continually improving safety practices and procedures for residential and non-residential facilities, including 24/7 operating shelters and Project Homekey Hotels. Works closely with the VOALA Facilities and Accessibility Manager, VOALA Maintenance Director and Program Managers to ensure emergency procedures and life‑safety codes—emergencies, disasters, fire, OSHA, licensing, and program requirements—are monitored, updated, and practiced throughout the program year. Will also ensure staff is trained and programs adhere to safety and emergency preparedness regulations.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\n\nPlans, coordinates and communicates safety initiatives for assigned programs, including:\n\nCoordinates and communicates safety materials\n\nEstablishes safety training\n\nFollows up and monitors safety reports, inspections, and procedures\n\nMaintains safety materials, updates, and trains employees on safety practices and disaster preparedness\n\nTrains, monitors, and supports staff and facilities in emergency evacuation drills and communications within programs\n\nParticipates in site inspections and ongoing monitoring of systems that involve emergency preparedness principles and Environmental Health and Safety protocols\n\nRecords observations and safety practices at multiple locations\n\nHandles inventory and works with other service managers on supply orders and checklists for emergency supplies\n\nHandles and coordinates fire inspections, fire alarm testing and maintenance, including monitoring of fire extinguishers\n\nConducts fire training as needed, including fire watch, fire safety, and fire equipment maintenance\n\nConducts new site and site‑needs assessments pertaining to fire, life, safety operations and equipment\n\nAssists program operations, including:\n\nCommunity meetings\n\nNetworking with emergency personnel such as Fire Dept./Police Dept.\n\nHold community or advisory meetings on emergency preparedness\n\nPromotes safety knowledge at regular events, including:\n\nAttend and participate in staff meetings/trainings\n\nAttend/support monthly events or functions at centers\n\nAttend maintenance/facility/​Safe Environment meetings or trainings to increase technical knowledge and skills\n\nParticipate in emergency preparedness community events and meetings\n\nEducates program staff on health, safety, ergonomic, and OSHA requirements and good body mechanics, especially when heavy lifting or repetitive/strenuous activities are required\n\nESSENTIAL DUTIES\n\nIncumbents must report to the office\n\nPlans program safety initiatives, maintains safety materials, updates, and trains employees on safety practices and disaster preparedness\n\nParticipates in site inspections and ongoing monitoring of systems that involve emergency preparedness principles and Environmental Health and Safety protocols\n\nFollows up and monitors safety reports, inspections, and procedures, recording observations and safety practices at multiple locations\n\nCoordinates fire safety inspections and ensures corrective actions are performed\n\nHandles inventory and works with other service managers on supply orders and checklists for emergency supplies\n\nTrains, monitors, and supports program staff and facilities in emergency evacuation drills and communications\n\nProvides safety input at organizational and community venues, including:\n\nCommunity meetings\n\nNetworking with emergency personnel such as Fire Dept./Police Dept.\n\nHold community or advisory meetings on emergency preparedness\n\nResearches and obtains community assessment data for projects and grants\n\nOther duties as required and may be subject to change\n\nMANDATED REPORTER\nAll employees are considered mandated reporters and must report any instance of physical or sexual abuse to appropriate authorities.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS\nREQUIREMENTS\n\nMust pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment, and education verifications\n\nMust present a Tuberculosis (TB) clearance and health screening within six months prior to hire; annual influenza vaccination (Aug–Dec) and immunizations for pertussis and measles\n\nMust hold a Class 3 California driver’s license and maintain proper insurance, and have acceptable driving records; must have access to an automobile with adequate insurance coverage or alternative accessible transportation\n\nMust be able to work under emotional stress and conflict, dealing with difficult, uncooperative, and potentially aggressive clients in a vulnerable population, including those with homelessness, mental illness, substance abuse, and recent incarceration\n\nEDUCATION\n\nAssociate’s Degree in Environmental Health or Safety related field\n\nOSHA General Industry – 10‑hour license\n\nTwo additional OSHA certifications (minimum 10 hours) in related field\n\nAny non‑violent credential\n\nCommunity Emergency Response Team (CERT) certification within six months of hire\n\nEXPERIENCE\n\nThree years of experience with emergency preparedness, fire‑related field, or safety principles\n\nOne year experience with shelters, adult rehabilitation programs, low‑income housing, or HUD projects\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\n\nAdditional OSHA or safety credentials\n\nCrisis Response Coordinator credential\n\nBachelor’s degree in Environmental Health or Safety\n\nKnowledge of emergency preparedness practices\n\nKnowledge of LAFD practices\n\nDevelopment of disaster preparedness plans\n\nEEO STATEMENT\nVolunteers of America is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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