Shelter Monitor - Part Time (4340)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Galveston, TX

17d•$13•Onsite

About The Position

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. reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor or Corps Officer. Key Responsibilities: Ensures clients comply with house rules, checks client’s baggage for drugs, alcohol, weapons Responds to emergencies in a calm manner and initiates appropriate actions in accordance with established policies and procedures. Orients new clients to the program and prepares case records to facilitate case management, records daily statistics. Prepares and distributes meal and shower tickets, assigns bed numbers; distributes towels, linens, and personal hygiene items; secures and distributes client medications as required. Communicate with first responders in emergency situations. Informs supervisor of any referral issues as they arise. Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
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, and 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.
Valid State Driver’s License (Preferred)
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
Responds to emergencies in a calm manner and initiates appropriate actions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Orients new clients to the program and prepares case records to facilitate case management, records daily statistics.
Prepares and distributes meal and shower tickets, assigns bed numbers; distributes towels, linens, and personal hygiene items; secures and distributes client medications as required.
Communicate with first responders in emergency situations.
Informs supervisor of any referral issues as they arise.
Performs other duties as assigned.