Housing Monitor (9248)

SALVATION ARMY•Athens, GA

About The Position

This position prepares client paperwork and records statistics, ensures that facility rules are followed, and supports compliance with The Salvation Army policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. The Housing Monitor observes residents during an assigned shift to promote safety, security, and compliance with house rules; maintains accurate records and logs; and keeps the housing facility neat and orderly. Responsibilities include preparing rooms and checking fire equipment before residents arrive; checking clients into the facility and managing intake cards, rosters, and property records; distributing linens and hygiene items and securing and distributing medications as required; monitoring residents and facility security through cameras and periodic rounds; recording notable situations; and responding 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 proper 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.

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 activity 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 notable situations occurring during the assigned shift.
Respond calmly to emergencies and take appropriate corrective action in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate and complete records and logs and help keep the facility neat and orderly.
Ensure compliance with The Salvation Army policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.