Program Safety Supervisor Location:Compton, CA Job ID:3232 Salary:$30.9 - $32.53 Per Hour Area of Interest:Facilities/Property Management/Safety Division:Corporate Shift Type:Day About Us: VOALA Helping Our Most Vulnerable Change Their Life Stories Volunteers of America is a non-profit human services organization committed to serving people in need, strengthening families, and building communities. VOALA provides a variety of social services to Los Angeles area communities such as Head Start programs, Upward Bound college prep programs, veterans- services, homeless shelters, low-income housing programs as well as drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Learn more atwww.voala.org. PAY RATE: $30.90- $32.53 Per Hour BENEFITS: VOALA offers competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. JOB SUMMARY AND PURPOSE The Program Safety Supervisor oversees and schedules the Program Safety Team (Safety Monitors), and is responsible in helping initiate, facilitate, and to continuously improve, the safety practices and procedures for residential and non-residential facilities including 24/7 operating shelters and Project Homekey Hotels. Works closely with the VOALA Safety, Facilities, and Accessibility Director, VOALA Maintenance/IT Director and Program Managers in ensuring emergency procedures and life safety codes pertaining to emergencies, disasters, fire, OSHA, licensing, and program requirements are monitored, updated, and practiced throughout the program year. Will also ensure that staff is trained and programs adhere to safety and emergency preparedness regulations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Schedules and oversees Safety Monitor(s) to ensure continuous safety efforts across VOALA and SCADP facilities + Coaches and mentors Program Safety Team, and is a resource for Program leadership in safety efforts. + Plans, coordinates and communicates the safety initiatives for the assigned programs, including: + Coordinates and communicates safety materials + Establishing safety training + Follow up and monitor safety reports, inspections, and procedures + Maintains safety materials, updates, and train employees on safety practices and disaster preparedness + Trains, monitors, and supports staff and facilities in emergency evacuation drills and communication within programs + Participates in site inspections, and on-going monitoring of systems that involve emergency preparedness principles and the Environmental Health and Safety protocols + Records observations and safety practices at multiple locations + Handles inventory and works with other service managers on supply orders and checklist on emergency supplies + Handles and coordinates fire inspections, fire alarm testing and maintenance which also includes the monitoring of FLS Equipment. + Conducts any safety training as needed to include fire watch and Fire Equipment maintenance. + Conducts new site and site needs assessments pertaining to Fire, Life, Safety operations and equipment. + Assist program operations, including: + Safety Committee + Community meetings + Networking with emergency personnel such as Fire Dept./Police Dept. + Hold community or advisory meetings on emergency preparedness or various safety topics. + Promotes safety knowledge at regular events, including: + Attend and participate in staff meetings/trainings + Attend/support monthly events or functions at centers + Attend maintenance/facility /Safe Environment meetings or trainings to increase technical knowledge and skills + Participate in emergency preparedness community events and meetings + Educates program staff on health, safety, ergonomic, and OSHA requirements and good body mechanics especially when heavy lifting or repetitive/strenuous activities are required + Provide resources, support and monitoring of news/community updates during natural disasters or emergencies. + Provide technical support for service calls pertaining to fire alarm or elevator needs. This might also include providing support for after hour operation calls to vendors and staff on site. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS: + Must be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications EDUCATION: + Associates- Degree in Environmental Health or Safety related field + Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) certified. + OSHA General Industry - 30 hour license. + Any two additional OSHA certifications in related field (minimum 10 hours) + CPI Non-Violent Credential EXPERIENCE: + 4 years- experience with emergency preparedness and health and safety principles. + At least one (1) year experience with shelters, adult rehabilitation programs, low income housing or HUD PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Additional OSHA or safety credentials + Fire Prevention Certification + Crisis Response Coordinator Credential + Bachelors in Environmental Health or Safety related field + Knowledge of emergency preparedness practices. + Visio software Volunteers 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. This employer participates in E-Verify as required by the federal government and will provide the federal government with your Form 1-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (OHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment.