Housing Monitor

THE SALVATION ARMY•Savannah, GA

13d•$14 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

The Housing Monitor prepares client paperwork and statistical records, ensures that residents follow facility rules, and supports compliance with The Salvation Army’s policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The position monitors residents during an assigned shift to help maintain safety and security, keeps accurate records and logs, and helps ensure the housing facility is orderly and properly maintained. Responsibilities include preparing rooms and checking fire equipment before residents arrive; checking residents in; preparing intake cards and rosters; maintaining property records; distributing linens, towels, and hygiene items; and securing and distributing medications as required. The Housing Monitor checks doors and windows, monitors cameras, makes rounds, records noteworthy events, and responds calmly to emergencies by taking corrective action consistent with established procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergencies while maintaining control and initiating appropriate corrective action.
Ability to frequently change between sitting, standing, and walking.
Ability to perform limited physical effort involving walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects weighing less than 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience performing security or social service work is preferred.
Equivalent combinations of training and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities are acceptable.

Responsibilities

Prepare client paperwork and record statistics.
Ensure residents follow facility rules and support compliance with Salvation Army policies and applicable regulations.
Monitor residents during an assigned shift to promote safety, security, and compliance with house rules.
Maintain accurate and complete records and logs, including information about noteworthy situations during the assigned shift.
Ensure the housing facility is neat and in proper order.
Ensure rooms are ready before residents arrive and check that fire equipment is working properly.
Check residents into the facility; prepare and monitor intake cards; prepare resident rosters and maintain property records.
Distribute towels, linens, and personal hygiene items; secure and distribute client medications as required.
Check the security of windows and doors, monitor cameras, and make periodic rounds of the facility.
Respond calmly to emergencies and initiate appropriate corrective actions in accordance with established policies and procedures.