Description | The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth 1100 Adams Ave Audubon PA 19403 JOB DESCRIPTION: School Security Officer |
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FLSA: | Exempt |
Reports To: | Program Leader |
Organization Summary: | Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1983 TLC is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communitiesone moment one choice one connection at a time. Headquartered in Pennsylvania TLC operates across multiple states providing K-12 alternative education comprehensive mental and behavioral health services coaching counseling and trauma-informed training. Additionally TLC collaborates with school districts universities hospitals police departments and nonprofit organizations offering consultation services to secure federal and state grant funding |
Position Summary: | Under the supervision of the Program Leader and working as a member of the site/program team SSO helps keep the school environment safe calm and ready for learning. The role blends security prevention student support and emergency response. |
Duties & Responsibilities: | Safety & Security - Monitor entrances exits hallways and school grounds
- Control visitor access and check IDs
- Patrol campus to prevent trespassing fights or unsafe behavior
- Watch surveillance cameras and alarm systems
- Identify and report hazards (broken locks unsafe areas suspicious activity)
Student & Staff Support - Build positive relationships with students (visible approachable presence)
- De-escalate conflicts and disruptive situations
- Assist during student crises (emotional distress medical issues)
- Support anti-bullying and violence-prevention efforts
- Serve as a trusted adult where students can go to for help
Policy Enforcement - Enforce school rules and district safety policies
- Address prohibited items (weapons drugs vaping devices etc.)
- Document incidents and write reports
- Work with administrators on disciplinary processes
Emergency Response - Respond to fights medical emergencies or threats
- Assist with lockdowns evacuations fire drills and severe weather procedures
- Coordinate with police fire and EMS when needed
- Help implement crisis response plans
Prevention & Preparedness - Participate in safety planning and threat assessments
- Conduct routine safety checks and drills
- Provide safety education (stranger awareness emergency procedures)
- Stay trained in CPR first aid and crisis intervention
Collaboration - Work closely with principals counselors teachers and nurses
- Communicate concerns about student behavior or safety risks
- Partner with families and community services when needed
Administrative Duties - Maintain logs reports and security records
- Review camera footage when incidents occur
- Help improve safety procedures and protocols
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Skills & Knowledge: | - Calm under pressure Observant Fair and respectful Good communicator Strong judgment Caring but firm
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Education and Experience: | - Bachelors degree preferred experience in school settings a plus
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Other Duties: | This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. |
Work Environment: | Therapeutic Support Classroom setting K-12 |
Work Hours: | This is a full-time position |
Travel: | Travel is occasional such as chaperoning student day trips and home sporting events |
EEO Statement: | TLC is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis including but not limited to race age color religion sex marital status national origin citizenship ancestry physical or mental disability veteran status or any other basis recognized by federal state or local law. |
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
DescriptionThe Lincoln Center for Family and Youth1100 Adams Ave Audubon PA 19403 JOB DESCRIPTION: School Security Officer FLSA:ExemptReports To:Program LeaderOrganization Summary: Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1983 TLC is an entrepre...
Description | The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth 1100 Adams Ave Audubon PA 19403 JOB DESCRIPTION: School Security Officer |
| |
| |
FLSA: | Exempt |
Reports To: | Program Leader |
Organization Summary: | Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1983 TLC is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communitiesone moment one choice one connection at a time. Headquartered in Pennsylvania TLC operates across multiple states providing K-12 alternative education comprehensive mental and behavioral health services coaching counseling and trauma-informed training. Additionally TLC collaborates with school districts universities hospitals police departments and nonprofit organizations offering consultation services to secure federal and state grant funding |
Position Summary: | Under the supervision of the Program Leader and working as a member of the site/program team SSO helps keep the school environment safe calm and ready for learning. The role blends security prevention student support and emergency response. |
Duties & Responsibilities: | Safety & Security - Monitor entrances exits hallways and school grounds
- Control visitor access and check IDs
- Patrol campus to prevent trespassing fights or unsafe behavior
- Watch surveillance cameras and alarm systems
- Identify and report hazards (broken locks unsafe areas suspicious activity)
Student & Staff Support - Build positive relationships with students (visible approachable presence)
- De-escalate conflicts and disruptive situations
- Assist during student crises (emotional distress medical issues)
- Support anti-bullying and violence-prevention efforts
- Serve as a trusted adult where students can go to for help
Policy Enforcement - Enforce school rules and district safety policies
- Address prohibited items (weapons drugs vaping devices etc.)
- Document incidents and write reports
- Work with administrators on disciplinary processes
Emergency Response - Respond to fights medical emergencies or threats
- Assist with lockdowns evacuations fire drills and severe weather procedures
- Coordinate with police fire and EMS when needed
- Help implement crisis response plans
Prevention & Preparedness - Participate in safety planning and threat assessments
- Conduct routine safety checks and drills
- Provide safety education (stranger awareness emergency procedures)
- Stay trained in CPR first aid and crisis intervention
Collaboration - Work closely with principals counselors teachers and nurses
- Communicate concerns about student behavior or safety risks
- Partner with families and community services when needed
Administrative Duties - Maintain logs reports and security records
- Review camera footage when incidents occur
- Help improve safety procedures and protocols
|
Skills & Knowledge: | - Calm under pressure Observant Fair and respectful Good communicator Strong judgment Caring but firm
|
Education and Experience: | - Bachelors degree preferred experience in school settings a plus
|
Other Duties: | This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. |
Work Environment: | Therapeutic Support Classroom setting K-12 |
Work Hours: | This is a full-time position |
Travel: | Travel is occasional such as chaperoning student day trips and home sporting events |
EEO Statement: | TLC is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis including but not limited to race age color religion sex marital status national origin citizenship ancestry physical or mental disability veteran status or any other basis recognized by federal state or local law. |
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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