Shelter Monitor, Part-time

Schedule/Hours: Shifts are 4:30pm-Midnight and Midnight-7:30am; 21-28 hours/week 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: - 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 - Orients new clients to the program and prepares case records to facilitate case management, records daily statistics. - Administers sexual offender checks, breathalyzer testing and drug testing of clients as needed. - Inputs client data into HMIS software and in accordance with established timelines and procedures; communicates with case workers regarding participants through HMIS software, updates client files as needed; obtains clients signature on forms and shelter participant guidelines. - Ensures clients comply with house rules; checks clients 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 area inappropriate for client entry. - Responds to emergencies in a calm manner and initiates appropriate actions in accordance with established policies and procedures. - Assigns daily cleaning 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.). Physical 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 50 lbs.) occasionally. Employee Benefits: - Paid Time Off - Retirement Savings Plan Available - Supplemental Insurance Available - Voluntary Life Insurance and more! ## What we are looking for in you Education and Experience: 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. Certifications: Valid State Drivers License (Preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans/ Disabled