Warming Center Overnight Program Monitor

The Salvation Army Family Haven Shelter located in St. Louis, Missouri, is looking for Program Monitors for our Warming Center. This individual will perform related duties to assist, monitor, and maintain order of homeless clients occupying the Warming Center.

This is a full-time, temporary position, 30 hours per week with the starting pay ranging from $17.00 - $18.00 per hour depending on experience.

10740 Page Ave, St. Louis, MO 63132

Essential Functions

1. Required to work various shifts including holidays in order to maintain 24-hour coverage for the Warming Center at all times. Conduct briefing with staff during arrival or departure of your shift. Ability to report accurate bed counts and client roster reports to Supervisor.
2. Monitor clients to maintain order and assure safety of clients in building.
3. Admit homeless persons to the shelter, complete intake, assign beds to occupants, and distribute supplies.
4. Screen admissions for weapons and confiscate identified ones.
5. Observe occupants' behavior and test for cause persons displaying disruptive behavior and suspected to be under the influence of drugs including alcohol.
6. Maintain order and contact emergency medical services or police as needed.

Full job description available upon interview

This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list. It is intended to identify the essential duties and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by his/her supervisor. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

High school or equivalent diploma with three years of experience working in social service agency or five years' work experience without a diploma. Higher education in psychology, social work, criminal justice or other related fields is a plus. Must be a team player, a self-starter, and perform well with minimum supervision. Good communication skills are essential, as well as an ability to work with diverse cultures. Computer skills are desirable.

Physical and Working Conditions

Must be able to perform the above essential duties. Most work will be indoors in a temperature-controlled environment. Must be able to provide transportation of clients as need per the Supervisor.