Shelter Monitor (5542)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Wichita Falls, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting residents staying in the Corps shelter overnight. The Shelter Monitor performs client intake procedures and prepares client intake records. They monitor the activity of residents on an assigned shift, ensuring safety, security, and compliance with house rules. The role also involves maintaining accurate and complete records and logs, and ensuring the facility is kept neat and orderly.

Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action.
Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis.
Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (up to 25 lbs.) occasionally.
High school diploma or G.E.D.
One year prior experience performing security or social services work in a shelter or similar environment preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Valid State Drivers License

Responsibilities

Assists residents staying in the Corps shelter overnight
Performs client intake procedures and prepares client intake records
Monitors the activity of residents on an assigned shift ensuring safety, security and compliance to house rules
Maintains accurate and complete records and logs containing pertinent information
Ensures that facility is maintained in a neat and proper order
Building Security Responsibilities
Intake and Discharge Responsibilities
Housekeeping and Chore Distribution Responsibilities