Shelter Manager

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

PTO & Holidays

Life Insurance

403B Plan

Job summary

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp seeks a Shelter Supervisor to lead volunteers, staff, and residents in a homeless shelter setting in Texarkana, AR. You will oversee intake procedures, security, and records, while ensuring safety and orderly operations throughout shifts.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least two years in security or social services, with one year of supervisory experience. A valid driver’s license and relevant certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years in security or social services in a shelter or similar environment; one year supervisory experience preferred.
• Willingness to obtain certifications such as Food Handlers and First Aid within established timeframes.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for transportation duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervises volunteers, clients, and staff and directs daily shelter operations.
• Oversees housekeeping, food inventory, and safety compliance.
• Performs client intake procedures and maintains HMIS/records.
• Manages program activities and responds to emergencies with appropriate action.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Security and social services

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years in shelter/Social services

Job description

Plans, directs, and supervises the work of volunteers, community service clients and assigned staff; assists residents staying in the Corps shelter overnight and during the day; 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 including HMIS and logs containing pertinent information; ensures that facility is maintained in a neat and proper order.Key Responsibilities:Supervisory Responsibilities (30%)Housekeeping and Food Inventory Responsibilities (30%)Client Intake and Security Responsibilities (25%)Program Responsibilities (15%)Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to meet attendance requirements.Ability to perform data entry into a computer.Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action. Know when to call for help off Police, Ambulance and Fire Services).Employee Benefits:Health, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off and Holiday PayLife Insurance403B PlanEducation and Experience:High school diploma or G.E.D. AndTwo years experience performing security or social services work in a shelter or similar environment with one year supervisory experience, orany equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.Certifications:Valid State Driver's LicenseFood Handlers Certification for all staff (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)Basic First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within established timeframe)EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: VETERANS | DISABLED