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The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army

Christian social services nonprofit

Monitor

Full-TimeDeadline 5/15/27
$14/hr
Mid
Allentown, PA, USA
In Person

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential is required.
  • At least two years of experience working with people is required.
  • The ability to function as a team member is required.
  • Excellent communication, listening, reading, and writing skills are required.
  • Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law clearances are required: Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check.
  • Completion of Pennsylvania-approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is required before employment.
  • The employee must understand and support The Salvation Army's mission.
Responsibilities
  • Ensure the safety and security of emergency shelter and permanent housing program guests.
  • Track the entry and exit of all guests and visitors.
  • Maintain shelter conditions and enforce shelter rules and regulations.
  • Perform general office, clerical, and telephone work.
  • Complete guest intakes and exits.
  • Clean and prepare guest rooms.
  • Prepare meals as needed and assist the cook with meal preparation, cleanup, and menu planning when needed.
  • Report resident infractions and concerns to the Director or Caseworker.
  • Provide front-desk coverage and security.
  • Distribute daily mail to guests.
  • Complete meal logs for guests who eat at the shelter.
  • Arrive on time for scheduled shifts and follow call-off procedures.
  • Be available to cover shifts as needed, including holidays and staff absences.
  • Orient and train newly hired monitors.
  • Complete daily shelter chores and assigned tasks.
  • Read and update the daily logbook, documenting important events and needed supplies.
  • Answer telephone calls, take accurate messages, and forward them to the appropriate individual.
Desired Qualifications
  • A college degree and human service experience are preferred.

About the company

The Salvation Army is an international Christian nonprofit delivering social services through regional territories. The organization provides emergency assistance, shelters, rehabilitation, youth programs, disaster response, community services, worship, and thrift retail. It serves individuals and families in need, donors, volunteers, congregations, and communities across its service territories. Its operating model centers on locally delivered programs supported by territorial leadership, fundraising, retail operations, logistics, facilities, and administration. Teams work across social services, counseling, retail, logistics, fundraising, ministry, facilities, finance, and community programs. Teams support coordinated daily delivery.

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