Housing Monitor

THE SALVATION ARMY•Athens, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housing Monitor prepares client paperwork and records statistics, ensures residents follow facility rules, and helps maintain compliance with The Salvation Army policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The position monitors resident activity during an assigned shift to support safety, security, and compliance with house rules; maintains accurate records and logs; and keeps the housing facility neat and orderly. The Housing Monitor prepares rooms and checks fire equipment before residents arrive, completes resident check-in and intake documentation, maintains rosters and property records, and distributes supplies and medications as required. The role also monitors facility security, makes rounds, records notable events, and responds calmly to emergencies in accordance 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, maintain control, and initiate appropriate corrective action.
Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent-change basis.
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.

Responsibilities

Ensure rooms are in proper order before residents arrive and check that fire equipment is working properly.
Check clients into the housing facility; prepare and monitor intake cards; prepare the resident roster; and maintain resident property records.
Distribute towels, linens, and personal hygiene items; secure and distribute client medications as required.
Monitor resident activities to ensure safety and compliance with house rules.
Check the security of windows and doors, monitor cameras, and make periodic rounds of the facility.
Record unique situations occurring during the assigned shift and maintain accurate, complete records and logs.
Respond calmly to emergencies and initiate appropriate corrective actions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Help ensure the facility is neat and orderly and that facility rules and applicable policies and regulations are followed.