Evening Shelter Monitor - Safety & Client Support

The Salvation Army; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Full Time Shelter Attendant to support emergency shelter operations at the PMC-Charlottesville Corps facility. You will help maintain safety, cleanliness, and order, while ensuring residents follow house rules.

The role requires evening shifts with some weekends; prior security or social service experience is preferred. Training is provided; strong English communication and ability to read logs are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• One year experience performing security or social service work preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the activities of shelter clients, ensuring their safety, comfort, and compliance with house rules.
• Supports inclement weather shelter operations, to include preparing sleeping and dining areas prior to shelter opening; maintaining an orderly client check-in waiting line; conducting the client intake process; distributing items for clients’ personal use like blankets; cleaning the sleeping and dining areas as needed throughout the shift.
• Regulates lights out/curfew/quiet hours for the safety and comfort of shelter clients.
• Responds to emergencies in a calm manner and initiates appropriate corrective actions in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Skills

English communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Salvation Army in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Full Time Shelter Attendant to support emergency shelter operations at the PMC-Charlottesville Corps facility. You will help maintain safety, cleanliness, and order, while ensuring residents follow house rules.

The role requires evening shifts with some weekends; prior security or social service experience is preferred. Training is provided; strong English communication and ability to read logs are essential.