Evening Shelter Monitor

Company: Wesley Shelter
Location: Wilson
Posted on: June 19, 2022

Job Description:

Wesley Shelter Inc. is the domestic violence and sexual assault response agency in Wilson County. Wesley Shelter has been serving the Wilson community through its many programs since 1983. The services that Wesley Shelter provides the community include Domestic and Sexual Violence Response, Services for Homeless Women and Children, The Edward Y.C. Throne Safe House, 24 Hour Crisis Line, Women's Center, Children's Programs, Hispanic Outreach Services, Counseling, Legal Services, The Clothes Line and so much more.The are Shift Times are:3pm to 11:30 (Evening Monitor) This position is split up between 4 days one week and three days the second week. We are looking to hire three people to fill this position.This position reports to the Shelter ManagerThe responsibilities of the Shelter Monitor include:

• Monitors the security of the Safe House and residents. Sets alarm system at appropriate time.
• Is aware of safety issues and can access 911 when warranted.
• Monitors shelter guidelines and submits appropriate incident reports to Shelter Manager.
• Completes shelter logs and required documentation for each shift.
• Provides support to residents.
• Provides crisis line coverage during shift. Follows protocols regarding domestic violence/sexual assault and homeless calls. If shelter is at capacity, locates another safe shelter or accesses hotel.
• Protects residents' information and complies with confidentiality guidelines.
• Completes intake packets with residents, completes safety planning, helps new residents settle into shelter and make sure they have what they need.
• Makes appropriate referrals to staff members for agency services. Provides community resource information as well.
• Evaluates the need for shelter repairs or the needs of clients and reports them to Executive Director or Shelter Manager.
• Provides donation and food delivery information.
• Responds to all other needs as prescribed by Shelter Manager.
• Attends shelter staff meetings and training opportunities.

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