Housing Monitor & Security

Housing Monitor/Security Guard-NE_Lodge-602Location: The Salvation Army, Tuscaloosa, ALAbout this opportunity:This position Monitors the behavior and activities of clients participating in a Salvation Army recovery/housing program; guards the security the safety of Salvation Army facilities and buildings to ensure compliance with housing rules and policies and to protect the safety of staff and clients.Key responsibilities:Monitors client's behavior and activities to ensure compliance with program/facility rules guidelines; directs clients in appropriate behavior in order to stay in the program/facility.Provides security for the building and grounds being aware of activities happening in building dormitories; maintains awareness of activities occurring outside of the building; ensures that vehicles are not in fire lanes; ensures property and vehicles are not vandalized.Monitors telephones, intercom system and fire alarm system; notifies proper authorities when law enforcement assistance is needed.Monitors and assists clients signing in/out of the facility; ensures compliance with program/facility rules.Conducts random and routine bed checks to ensure compliance with house rules.Ensures that any fire hazards or unsafe conditions are reported.Inspects baggage for contraband or inappropriate items which jeopardize the security and safety of clients and staff; may operate a metal detector.Makes visual contact with residents on a regular scheduled basis; records violations of program regulations and completes required reports; notifies the Program Director in a timely manner.Prepares and maintains client logs and records for assigned shift; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.Maintains confidentiality of all clients including their location, conversation, and records.Locks and unlocks gates and main entrances as scheduled; assists residents if they are locked out of their room.Responds to emergencies by dialing 911 and providing assistance to residents.Raises flag in the morning if weather permits.What we are looking for in you:High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required,AND, six months experience working with the public with experience work in a security or social service environment preferred,OR, any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. First Aid and C.P.R. CertificationPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to meet attendance requirements.Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.).Work is performed in a normal social service housing environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.Employee BenefitsMedical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday PayLife InsuranceRetirement Plans and more!Why work for us?The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.The Salvation Army strives to do the "Most Good" for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans. Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.Five values at the heart of everything we do...We are...PassionateCompassionateUpliftingBraveTrustworthyAdditional Information:All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.To apply, click on the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this posting.Application Submittal Period: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/DisabledOther details Job Family ALM-NON-EXEMPT Job Function Housing Pay Type Hourly Travel Required No Required Education High School Apply Now