Night Shelter Monitor - Entry-Level Security & Support

Volunteers-of-Americ; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Volunteers of America Los Angeles is seeking a Monitor to help safeguard program premises and clients. This entry-level role supports shelter operations, screens visitors and bags, and coordinates with housing and clinical staff. Driving ability is preferred.

Responsibilities include patrolling, enforcing safety, completing incident logs, and modeling professional conduct for participants and staff. This is an on-site role with opportunities to contribute to a vulnerable population's well-being.

Qualifications

• Must pass fingerprint clearance and background checks.
• Ability to work in challenging environments with vulnerable clients.

Responsibilities

• Shelter entrance monitoring and controlling access to the shelter.
• Bag and person screening to ensure safety and security of participants.
• Patrol premises and report safety or security issues as needed.
• Ensure shelter safety and know fire exits; assist during emergencies.
• Maintain incident logs and written reports of daily activities and irregularities.
• Assist licensed monitors with driving tasks and transporting participants when required.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

VOALA safety training within 30 days of hire

Job description

Volunteers of America Los Angeles is seeking a Monitor to help safeguard program premises and clients. This entry-level role supports shelter operations, screens visitors and bags, and coordinates with housing and clinical staff. Driving ability is preferred.

Responsibilities include patrolling, enforcing safety, completing incident logs, and modeling professional conduct for participants and staff. This is an on-site role with opportunities to contribute to a vulnerable population's well-being.