Shelter Monitor (4576)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Houston, TX

105d•Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
Ability to perform data entry into a computer.
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.
Distance of travel is usually within the same building.
Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light to heavy objects (up to 30 lbs.) occasionally.
High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
One year experience performing security or social service work preferred, or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

Valid State Driver’s License
Food Handlers Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)
CPR and First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)

Responsibilities

Ensures clients comply with house rules.
Checks client's baggage for drugs, alcohol, weapons, and pornography.
Records incidents and notifies supervisor of any special circumstances or unusual problems.
Ensures security of facility and clients.
Arms and disarms alarms in accordance with lodge policy.
Locks and secures areas inappropriate for client entry.
Conducts routine checks of the facilities to ensure that all doors are locked and that nothing is amiss.
Locks doors to ensure security of the facilities.
Performs client intake procedures including running sexual offender checks.
Checks clients into the shelter.
Prepares and monitors client intake cards.
Prepares and maintains resident roster.
Assigns daily cooking, cleaning, and maintenance chores to clients and ensures completion of such.
As needed, participates in the cleaning and maintenance of facilities, supplies, and equipment.
Inspects facility on a routine basis to ensure compliance with established standards.
Ensures return and accountability of The Salvation Army property (linens, etc.).