Residential Security & Operations Monitor

Volunteers of America Texas; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Texas in Fort Worth is seeking a Residential Monitor to oversee daily operations of the residential program. You will monitor client movements, ensure safety, document events, conduct searches, prepare meals when needed, and assist with transportation.

The role requires confidentiality, the ability to work independently and in a team, and strict adherence to VOA-TX policies, training, and background checks. A Texas driver license may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months transferable work experience desirable and experience in a residential setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Volunteers of America Texas in Fort Worth is seeking a Residential Monitor to oversee daily operations of the residential program. You will monitor client movements, ensure safety, document events, conduct searches, prepare meals when needed, and assist with transportation.

The role requires confidentiality, the ability to work independently and in a team, and strict adherence to VOA-TX policies, training, and background checks. A Texas driver license may be required.