House Monitor

Company: Shepherds House Ministries
Location: Bend
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Location: Bend, Oregon - In Person Status: Part-Time Benefits: 401(k), Vacation and Sick time At Shepherd’s House Ministries, we believe in meeting people exactly where they are—with compassion, dignity, and grace. We offer food for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, and supportive programs for individuals facing life-controlling challenges. Our mission is to break cycles of pain by healing hearts and transforming lives. We create grace-filled environments where every person is welcomed, valued, and encouraged to pursue meaningful life change at their own pace. Through supportive services, innovative programs, and a deeply caring team, we walk alongside each individual on their journey—reflecting the transformative love of God in all we do. This position has a BFOQ to be faith aligned. We are seeking a passionate and mission-driven House Monitor to help expand the impact of Shepherd’s House Ministries across all sites and advance this life-changing work. This position is responsible for Assisting the Men’s Center Manager with House Coordination, in order that the Men’s Center remains a place that is safe, hospitable, and healthy for staff and residents. Strategic Work Expectations: Shall strive for and embody honesty, compassion, forgiveness, mercy, gentleness, hospitality of spirit, and the deep love of Jesus in word and deed, leading with humility, compassion, and self-awareness. Will work towards having a teachable spirit and a willingness to learn. Mentor and support residents as they work together on chores, house duties, and throughout the program Technical Work Expectations: Safety, Compliance, and Facility Oversight Manage OSHA compliance and maintain safety standards for the home. Conduct regular safety inspections, dorm inspections maintain all necessary documentation. Communicate promptly with leadership about facility or maintenance concerns. Monitors safety and security of the premises. Enforce bed bug prevention and treatment policies, ensuring resident cooperation and home cleanliness. If staff is uncompliant, House Monitor should alert leadership. Oversee household systems and ensure a welcoming, organized, and hygienic environment. Assists SHM Facilities team with property needs – snow plowing, landscaping, as needed. Transportation Coordination: Coordinate transportation needs for residents, working with staff and volunteers to ensure safety and reliability. Facilitate and support the transportation of food, supplies and donations, as needed. Resident Support and Community Life: Work closely with the Men’s Center team to address resident concerns, behavioral issues, and well-being. Be available for prayer, spiritual support, and meaningful conversation with residents and staff. Facilitate regular drug and alcohol testing for residents, maintaining confidentiality and accuracy. Develop a chore schedule, making assignments, and holding accountability, with the support and assistance of leadership, if needed. This includes all resident chores, including front desk staff. Provides a welcoming environment, greeting all visitors and checking all in and out. Events and Program Support: Assist the team in the execution of special events, celebrations, and outreach efforts that enhance program life and community engagement. Position-Specific Standards: Attend staff meetings regularly Communicate in a way that reflects positively on Shepherd’s House Ministries, coming to leadership with specific needs or concerns. Meet with supervisor on a regular scheduled basis for continued collaboration, growth, accountability, and priority setting. Agrees and abides by Employee Handbook, acting in accordance with SHM policies Spiritual & Professional Qualities: Ability to remain flexible and adapt well. Work well in a team environment and be able to accept input as well as supervisory guidance. Able and willing to interact with shelter guests in a compassionate and respectful manner. Knowledgeable and empathetic to the needs of the poor and suffering. Able to maintain a positive, professional, Christ-like manner with all donors, staff, guests, and volunteers. Qualifications: A personal commitment to Christian faith and alignment with the organization’s mission, values, and faith practices. Experience in residential, recovery, or faith-based program environments preferred. Strong leadership and mentoring abilities. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality, emotional boundaries, and professionalism in all interactions. Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license. CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). Working Conditions: This position involves direct engagement with residents and staff in a home-based environment. Occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call availability may be required. Position requires driving frequently, primarily within the greater Central Oregon Requires extended periods of sitting and standing Lifting up to 25 lbs – occasionally In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Shepherd’s House Ministries provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Shepherd’s House Ministries is formed and filed as 501c3, as such there are certain positions under ministry privately funded programs that require faith alignment as a BFOQ.

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