Security Guard — Placentia Navigation Center

Job overview

The Security Guard role is onsite in Tustin, CA, at the Placentia Navigation Center. The posting states pay of $22 per hour and requires flexible availability to work any shift or assigned schedule. The Salvation Army’s mission includes meeting human needs and serving people without discrimination. The guard helps protect shelter guests, staff, volunteers, and vendors, including people experiencing homelessness and mental illness or substance use. The role combines patrol, access control, incident reporting, crisis response, and de-escalation using trauma-informed, harm-reduction, low-barrier, and strength-based approaches.

What you'll do

• Patrol the property and surrounding areas
• monitor cameras and access points
• inspect doors, gates, fences, and windows
• grant access to vendors and delivery personnel
• record incidents and visitor activity
• monitor guest and staff safety
• respond to crises and notify emergency or supervisory authorities
• use de-escalation strategies
• enforce policies and collaborate with shelter staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

security guard

placentia navigation center

tustin ca

the salvation army southern ca division

$22/hr

shelter security

patrol

access control

crisis response

de-escalation

trauma-informed approach

flexible shift availability

cpr and first aid within 30 days

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting requires a high school diploma or GED, security experience, a background check, and CPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of starting. Experience with homelessness, mental health, or addictions is preferred.

About the employer

The Salvation Army Southern CA Division is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.