Security Monitor (Part-Time HLC)
The Salvation Army Central Territory - Indianapolis, IN
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The Salvation Army Mission Statement:The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.Salary Range Starting at: $14.00/ per hourJob Objective:As the Security Monitor ensures the safety of everyone who enters The Salvation Army Harbor Light Center while ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out. What You Will Do: Enforces rules of the Harbor Light CenterEnsures the safety of all clients, staff and visitorsMonitors all incoming traffic into the facility 24 hours per dayMonitors security camerasFacilitates and performs emergency evacuationsSecures the building and ensures all doors are lockedConducts internal and external rounds throughout the building and premisesPerforms searches of dorm rooms, or other spaces, to detect contraband or other prohibited itemsConducts Breathalyzers test on every client (required & random) entering South EntranceConducts urine drug screens (required & random) on clients as neededPerforms search of belongings on all perspective clientsPerforms search of belongings for current clients who have left the facility (i.e., work, shop, etc.) and are re-entering the building, escort clients to the welcome center where they are searched and change into scrubsDirects and documents Bed Checks to verify client census on a nightly basisConfiscates, disposes, and documents all contraband found on clients, in building or premisesEscort clients to meals when there is no staff available for that department "fill in only"Monitors clients at breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacksConducts mandatory Morning ThoughtsDispenses and tracks lunch bags given to working clientsTransports clients to and from the hospital when there is no one from the client's department to transport "fill in only"Transport client medications to Medical RoomMonitors the Medical Room during medication administrationMaintains Transitional Housing sign in/out sheetsMaintains 15-Minute Break sign in/out sheetsPerforms daily watch clock rounds throughout the buildingDocuments & completes Incident Reports for events related to the building, premises, off-site occurrences and/or clientsReceives and completes Property Log for all property dropped off to clientsSecures and completes Valuables Log of all client valuables/propertyLogs every piece of mail received from the United States Postal ServicesAnswer, transfers and directs all incoming calls to the appropriate person or departmentMonitors Residential Treatment Department and clients when no Residential Treatment staff is in the buildingMonitors community service workersProcesses & receipts cash and/or check payments for client accounts when Financial Office is closedAttends monthly In-service Meetings and staff meetingsHelps/Assists other departments as needed or directedMaintains attendance with agency guidelinesContributes to a positive work environmentOther tasks as assigned by leadershipMinimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.Experience: Security experience preferredCertifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment. Skills/Abilities: Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.If in recovery must demonstrate a minimum of 2 years sobriety including emotional and social stabilitySupervisory Responsibility: NoneThe physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.Physical Requirements Include:Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterityLifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 50 pounds Requires bending, squatting, walking.Requires standing for extended Travel: No travel requiredWorking Conditions: Work is performed in a typical office environment; may require some weekend and evening workAll employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.Why Work with Us?If you're ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army's brand promise is to Do the MostGood® - and it's our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you'll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey...91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities75% find their "Work Stress" manageable80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as "Discretionary"99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each yearSee what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army...Helping PeopleFaith Centered OrganizationWork Environment/ Co-WorkersBenefits
Created: 2025-09-27