Camp Hoblitzelle
Lubbock, TX – 1614 Avenue J, 79401
Job Description Posted Sunday, December 14, 2025 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.
Job Summary 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, Skills and Abilities
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 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.
Education and Experience 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.
Certifications Valid State Driver’s License (Preferred)
Physical Requirements Ability to meet attendance requirements; read, write and communicate in English effectively; respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action; perform combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis; limited amount of physical effort required including 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 discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like, but may include other discomforts associated with the shelter environment.
Additional Comments All employees recognize 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.
Application 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/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 completely, 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.
We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army.
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Job Description Posted Sunday, December 14, 2025 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.
Job Summary 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, Skills and Abilities
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 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.
Education and Experience 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.
Certifications Valid State Driver’s License (Preferred)
Physical Requirements Ability to meet attendance requirements; read, write and communicate in English effectively; respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action; perform combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis; limited amount of physical effort required including 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 discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like, but may include other discomforts associated with the shelter environment.
Additional Comments All employees recognize 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.
Application 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/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 completely, 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.
We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army.
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