Residential Monitor Shelter

Part-time, non-union position.

Pay

$19.00 per hour

Schedule

• 16 hours per week
• 12am to 8am (3rd shift)

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure, and orderly environment
• Treat all residents with respect and common courtesy while maintaining appropriate expectations regarding conduct
• Account for all residents at all times through sign-out sheets, direct observations, continuous direct supervision of activities within the building and grounds, and during any off-grounds activity
• Account for the use of all supplies, food, equipment, etc.
• Make all log notations and prepare all reports as necessary
• Supervise sanitation activities and perform inspections
• Supervise all movement in and out of the facility
• Enforce all program rules in a consistent manner
• Inspect all parcels for contraband and search individuals as needed
• Transport residents as required (some positions may require attaining public service license)
• Supervise clients performing community service

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum two years experience in social service/helping profession or security work
• Reading and effective written communication skills
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately in response to angry or aggressive behavior from residents
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Connecticut Driver’s License and Public Service license preferred

Benefits

• Sick time
• Holiday pay

About the Organization

New Opportunities Inc. is a community action agency serving Waterbury, Meriden, Torrington, and 22 surrounding Connecticut towns. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for economically disadvantaged individuals by providing resources to increase their standard of living, foster self-improvement, and maximize self-empowerment. We offer a variety of social service programs designed to eliminate poverty and assist people in need, including energy assistance, fatherhood initiatives, child welfare, early childhood education, elderly services, homeless shelter and transitional housing, and ex-offender re-entry programs. Annually, more than 61,000 individuals benefit from our programs.