Shelter Monitor

The Salvation Army Southern California•Bremerton, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army is seeking a Shelter Monitor for its Bremerton Corps. This is a regular, non-exempt, part-time position with shifts typically from 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of clients in the emergency shelter, maintaining order, and supporting the overall mission of The Salvation Army, which is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requirements

Must be able to pass a TSA criminal background check.
Must be a team player committed to the common purpose of assisting those in need.
Must be sensitive and act accordingly to program participants who may be dealing with multiple issues and stresses due to their current living situation.
Must possess the ability to create a pleasant and friendly atmosphere and develop helpful relationships with program participants and other staff and volunteers.
Must be able to diffuse hostile people and situations, maintaining order and calm.
Must possess the ability to describe in writing all incidents and activities in the shelter in a clear and understandable manner in a daily shelter log and incident reports.
Must be able to describe emergency situations by telephone to emergency responders and supervisory personnel.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, kneel, and twist intermittently or continually.
Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects such as files, bins, and drawers and reaching overhead.
Ability to carry and place sleeping mats, storage carts, and personal possessions in the proper place as needed.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
Ability to operate telephone and essential electronic equipment.
Demonstrate an understanding of a variety of human behaviors and be able to adapt to any given situation.
Show strength of character in the face of homeless men and women who have developed survival and manipulations skills from surviving living on the streets.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Word and Excel helpful.
Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.

Responsibilities

Follow basic rules of operation for clients and staff, including admitting clients, enforcing rules on personal items, issuing bedding, and general cleaning.
Complete assigned tasks for either the opening or closing of the shelter operation based on a task sheet.
Abide by The Salvation Army Social Services Code of Conduct, avoiding conflicts of interest with program participants and volunteers.
Provide a warm, caring, and courteous environment that encourages cooperation, respect, and a feeling of community.
Enter pertinent information of all activities and events in the shelter daily log and review previous entries for continuity.
Provide a safe and secure environment for participants, staff, and volunteers through regular walkthroughs, checking bathrooms, and maintaining a presence in client areas.
Diffuse conflicts as they arise and communicate findings or concerns to other staff and security.
Distribute personal necessities to clients as needed and available.
Launder excess blankets, towels, and bedding as needed, if time permits.
Support volunteers by orienting them to safety guidelines and responsibilities.
Attend all meetings scheduled by the Shelter Supervisor for training, planning, and operation.
Maintain strict client confidentiality, keeping records secure and notifying the Shelter Supervisor of any issues or problems.
Perform other tasks as necessary as assigned or requested by the supervisor.