Campus Safety Coach
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Employment type
- Part-Time/Contract
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Closing date
About this organization
Established in 2003, Yancy Life is a 501(c)(3) organization committed to individualized, lasting impact for students in underserved communities. We believe the best change-makers are often those who come from the communities they serve. We offer competitive pay, flexible schedules, and a mission-driven environment where your work helps transform futures.
About this job
Campus Safety Coach / Safe Passage Coach (Onsite)
Contract Schedule:
- September 17, 2025 – June 5, 2026
- Monday – Friday
- 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM (Mornings - 2 hours)
- 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM (Afternoons - 2 hours)
- 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM (this time is for Tuesday Afternoons Only - 2 hours)
Make a life-changing impact while supporting your community.
Click here to apply now: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/7a48e060eb2841379af93111de9410ca
We are hiring Safe Passage Coaches to provide a visible, positive presence for students traveling to and from schools in high-gang activity areas. This is not just a security role; you will mentor, engage, and build trust with youth while representing the school professionally.
Roles & responsibilities
You will work as part of a Neighborhood Safety Team with campus staff, outreach workers, and community safe spaces teams, helping reduce community violence and supporting student safety.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a visible deterrent to unsafe activities during arrival and dismissal.
- Use de-escalation skills with high-risk community members to prevent violence.
- Build trusting relationships with youth and community members while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Monitor, observe, and document suspicious or unsafe activities and report to supervisors immediately. Engage with possible negative situations and prevent escalation.
- Conduct periodic radio checks and maintain clear, professional communication.
- Stay informed about local conflicts and trends to support violence prevention efforts.
- Represent the school positively while modeling respect and calm under pressure.
Qualifications
Who We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or GED required (AA or BA is a plus)
- Experience with security and protective services to maintain safety, order, and security.
- Experience with community-based services, street outreach, or similar environments
- Knowledge of Los Angeles County communities with histories of violence
- Experience with conflict resolution, crisis intervention, or mentorship
- Strong critical thinking and observation skills
- Ability to build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries
- Comfortable using radios and mobile devices in the field
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite for reporting
- Must pass drug screening and background check (no pending criminal cases)
- Must be able to walk, stand, bend, and adapt to outdoor environments for extended periods
- Committed to confidentiality, professionalism, and trauma-informed engagement
To apply
Ready to make a real impact while protecting students and your community?Apply today via the direct link.