Shelter Monitor, Non-Profit & Social Impact

Shelter Monitor

Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The Salvation Army
, an internationally recognized non‑profit, faith‑based organization, has an opening for a Shelter Monitor for the Lubbock, TX Corps.

Assists residents staying in the Corps shelter overnight; 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 and logs containing pertinent information; ensures that facility is maintained in a neat and proper order.

• Knowledge of effective and efficient methods for organizing and maintaining records and ability to perform the same.
• Knowledge of general office procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of basic record keeping practices and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients in order to control, lead, and motivate behavior.
• Ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of people and remain sensitive to their concerns.
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision while enforcing established policies and procedures.
• Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

High school diploma or G.E.D. and one year prior experience performing security or social services work in a shelter or similar environment, or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Valid State Driver’s License (Preferred)

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English effectively.
• Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating appropriate corrective action.
• Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis.
• Travel distance usually within the same building.
• Limited physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (up to 25 lbs.) occasionally.
• Work is performed in a residential facility where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or noise, dust, or dirt, but may include other discomforts associated with the shelter environment.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will not do anything as an employee that undermines its religious mission.

To apply, please select the “Apply Now” icon identified on the job posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please fully complete the application, answer questions honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

Job Family: TX‑NON‑EXEMPT
Job Function:
Housing

Pay Type:

Hourly

Travel Required:

No
Hiring Rate: 11.29 USD

Location:

Lubbock, TX 1614 Avenue J 79401, Lubbock, Texas, United States of America