Shelter Monitor, Non-Profit & Social Impact

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Shelter Monitor for the Lubbock, TX Corps.

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 with house rules; maintains accurate and complete records and logs containing pertinent information; ensures that the facility is maintained in a neat and proper order.

Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records and ability to perform the same. Knowledge of general office procedures and practices. Knowledge of basic record-keeping practices and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively with clients to control, lead, and motivate behavior. Ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of people and remain sensitive to their concerns.

Ability to work independently and with limited supervision while enforcing established policies and procedures. Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

High school diploma or G.E.D. and one year prior experience performing security or social services work in a shelter or similar environment, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Valid State Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergency situations while maintaining control and initiating proper corrective action. Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent basis. Distance of travel is usually within the same building. Limited physical effort required for walking, standing, lifting, and carrying light objects (up to 25 lbs.)

occasionally.

Work is performed in a residential facility with minimal physical discomforts related to weather or environmental factors, but may include discomforts associated with the shelter environment.

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree to do nothing as an employee to undermine its religious mission.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

When an application is selected for review, only applicants who meet the education and experience requirements specified in the job description may be considered. Please fully complete the application, answer questions honestly, and upload a resume if available. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department at the relevant location.

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