Shelter Monitor

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM by The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization.

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform client intake procedures and prepare client intake records
• Monitor the activity of residents on an assigned shift to ensure safety, security, and compliance with house rules
• Maintain accurate and complete records and logs containing pertinent information
• Ensure the facility is maintained in a neat and proper order

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• One year of prior experience performing security or social services work in a shelter or similar environment, or any equivalent combination of training and experience that 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 to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating proper corrective action
• Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing, and walking on a frequent change basis
• Ability to lift and carry light objects (up to 25 lbs.) occasionally
• All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee to undermine its religious mission

Skills

• Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records
• 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

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a residential facility with minimal physical discomforts (e.g., weather, noise, dust), though some discomforts associated with the shelter environment may occur
• Distance of travel is usually within the same building
• Limited physical effort required, including occasional lifting of light objects (up to 25 lbs.)

Pay

$11.29 USD per hour