Job Details
The Salvation Army Midland Division Shelter located in Springfield, Missouri, is looking for a FEC Shelter Monitor! This position will maintain shelter security. Perform related duties to maintain control and assist homeless clients in the shelter. Each monitor is responsible for his/her shift.
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position with pay of $13.00 per hour.
1707 W Chestnut Expy, Springfield, Missouri
Essential Functions
- Monitor clients to maintain control and assure safety of clients in building and on grounds.
- Enforce resident policies and procedures.
- Accomplish intake interviews on all clients including police clearance and explain thorough explanation of policies and procedures.
- Assign beds for lodging, and give out bed linens as needed.
- Make shelter journal log entries of incidents during the shift, and read the previous entries at the beginning of the shift.
- Record statistics of attendance at house meetings and maintain client roster list.
- Make resident bed checks every hour during the night.
- Answer phone calls and take/pass messages as necessary.
- Assign/monitor chores to be completed by residents. Assist with training for chores. Keep office clean.
- Wake clients up as necessary.
This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. It is intended to identify the essential duties and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by his/her supervisor. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Education and Experience
- High school or equivalent diploma with one year of experience working in social service agency or two years work experience without a diploma.
- Higher education in psychology, social work, criminal justice or other related field is a plus.
- Must possess Infant/Child/Adult CPR/First Aid certification or be able to acquire certification within the ninety (90) day orientation period.
- Must be a team player, a self-starter, and perform well with minimum supervision.
- Good communication skills are essential, as well as an ability to work with diverse cultures.
- Computer skills are desirable.
Physical and Working Conditions
- Must be able to perform the above essential duties.
- Capable of performing in an office environment to include: using a computer, answering phones, etc.
- Most work will be indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.
The Salvation Army, as a religious organization, is exempt from participation in federal and state unemployment insurance programs. The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Veterans/Disabled.