Residential Monitor

Volunteers of America Texas; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Texas seeks a Residential Monitor to oversee the daily operations of a residential program and facility in line with VOA-TX policies and sponsoring agency requirements. You will monitor client movements, ensure safety, manage records, and assist with meals and transportation, while performing monthly fire drills and maintaining a secure environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, integrity and consistent adherence to organizational values.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; six months transferable work experience desirable and residential setting preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver's License with clear MVR and ability to be insured.
• Ability to pass background checks and work flexible schedule including evenings/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security and operational control of the facility and document events.
• Maintain records of shift activities and monitor client movements inside and outside the facility.
• Control contraband via observation, searches, and compliance with safety procedures.
• Assist in meals, transportation, and medication self-administration monitoring.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and ensure policy compliance.
• Conduct monthly fire drills and oversee safety measures.

Skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Integrity

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary: The Residential Monitor is responsible for monitoring the functional operation of the residential program and facility in accordance with VOA-TX policies and procedures and sponsoring agency requirements.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Maintain the overall security and operational control of the assigned facility.Maintain chronological written records of events that occur during the shift.Monitor client movements inside and outside the facility.Control contraband in facility through general observation, facility searches, and client searches.Ensure facility cleanliness by assigning and monitoring client work, morning duty, and extra duty assignments.Observe client behavior and report to the Residential Monitor-Shift Lead in a timely manner any situations that are irregular or exceptional.Obtain urine specimens and breathe samples to monitor client substance usage.Perform partial intake on new clients.Make periodic tours of the facility and the grounds to ensure high level of security by observation and corrective action, if necessary. Monitor number of clients and their activities.Monitor visitor activities.Ensure clients observe all fire and other safety measures. Conduct monthly fire drills.Secure and inventory personal possessions of clients who leave the facility.Assist clients in the utilization of public transportation.Assist in the serving of meals as appropriate.Monitor main and secondary entrances to the facility and answer telephones.Attend all staff meetings and training as directed.Ensure compliance with VOA-TX policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, and sponsoring agency requirements.Monitor, observe, and record client self-administration of medication.Transport clients in agency vehicles to and from scheduled activities as assigned.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position does not have direct organizational supervisory responsibilities.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.OTHERTime commitment:40+ hours per weekOvertime may be requiredMust be willing to work some evenings and weekends (flexible work scheduling to meet needs of organization/clients)If driving frequently for VOA-TX business:MVR background check (good driving record)Valid Texas driver’s licenseCriminal and educational background checkApproval from TDCJ to work in TDCJ-funded programs is required.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must successfully complete any required training and acquire any required certifications within prescribed timeframes. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.COMPETENCIES (Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesThe ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, is required.Able to respect and maintain confidentiality at all times.Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust, and treats people with respectAbility to interact with staff members and community contactsDemonstrates ability to work with multi-disciplinary teamDemonstrates high degree of integrity and ethical standardsUpholds organizational valuesLanguage SkillsAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.Ability to write simple correspondence.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.Problems SolvingAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or equivalent. Six months transferable work experience desirable and experience in a residential setting preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSValid Texas Drivers’ License, clear MVR and ability to be insured.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.