Shelter Monitor

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Shelter Monitor (Part-Time)

Community CARES – Shippensburg Family Shelter 206 E. Burd Street, Shippensburg, PA

Community CARES is seeking part-time Shelter Monitors to provide coverage at our confidential family shelter serving parents and children.

One of the Shelter Monitors positions would cover overnight shifts Friday-Sunday, at least 2 weekends per month.

Available Positions

Second-Shift Shelter Monitor (2:30pm-10:30pm)

Second-Shift Shelter Monitor (2:30pm-6:30pm or 6:30pm-10:30pm)

Weekend/Floating Shelter Monitor (First & Second Shifts)

This is a part-time position (16–24 hours per week, up to 25 hours maximum), with opportunities for additional hours as needed.

Shift Times

First Shift: 6:30am–2:30pm

Second Shift: 2:30pm–10:30pm

Overnight Shift: 10:30pm–6:30am

Weekend/Floating Position Requirements

Must work a minimum of one weekend per month (Friday–Sunday)

Shifts may be first, second, or overnight and will vary week to week

Must fulfill the two-weekend minimum during the 90-day probationary period

Position Overview

Shelter Monitors provide overnight, weekend, and holiday coverage while ensuring a safe, supportive environment for families.

Responsibilities include:

Answering phones and providing client support using empowerment-based models

Modeling healthy relationships and non-violent conflict resolution

Maintaining shelter safety and security

Supporting daily operations and collaborating with shelter staff

Core Responsibilities

Participate in shift change reports at the beginning and end of each shift

Support clients in maintaining health and safety standards

Provide guidance on shelter policies and procedures

Assist with room cleaning, routine maintenance, and donation inventory

Monitor security cameras and ensure doors/windows are secured

Respond appropriately to emergencies

Complete shelter intakes with support as needed

Prepare and serve meals; support recuperative care clients

Document shift activities, incidents, and statistics in required logs and forms

Attend monthly staff meetings

Perform other duties as assigned

Organizational Expectations

All Community CARES employees are expected to:

Demonstrate commitment to our mission and principles of diversity and inclusion

Represent the organization professionally

Complete quality work within deadlines

Contribute positively as a team member

Work independently while communicating effectively with staff and partners

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience in a residential or similar setting preferred

Valid Driver’s License

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform light housekeeping

Ability to support survivors in crisis with empathy while maintaining professional boundaries

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Organized, self-motivated, resourceful, and team-oriented

Ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively in emergencies

Background Check Requirements

Because this is a family shelter serving minors, we follow the same background standards used by schools.

Required clearances:

ChildLine Background Check

FBI Background Check

PA State Background Check

Preferred: Applicants who submit copies of all three completed clearances prior to review will be guaranteed a first-round interview.

Clearances must be emailed to: View email address on click.appcast.io

Applicants without completed clearances may still apply; however, preference will be given to those who can verify approval to work with minors in Pennsylvania. If hired without current clearances, they must be completed within the first three days of employment during onboarding.

Any charges that would disqualify an individual from working in a school or daycare setting will also disqualify candidates for this position.

Community CARES is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions are based on nondiscriminatory factors without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a veteran. We promote a positive and healthy working environment with respect for diversity.