Social Services Coordinator

Location:

Prescott Corps Status: FT/40 hours/Non-Eexmpt 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.

• BS degree in social work or related field required.
• Years of experience in a social service capacity may substitute for education in a 2:1 ratio.
• Knowledge of local community resources
• Demonstrate a positive attitude & an ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds & circumstances
• Able to maintain a non-judgmental demeanor, using a professional approach and maintaining boundaries with clients
• Able to handle crisis/emergency services for the homeless & working poor by utilizing crisis intervention, & conflict resolution skills
• A proven ability to maximize services with budgetary constraints
• Ability to quickly become proficient in Salvation Army approved Social Service programs, network requirements, and Link 2 Feed program from United Food Bank
• Ability to work efficiently on a diverse and cohesive team
• Computer literate & proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Publisher.
• Ability to work in an office setting & operate office equipment
• Must be able to type 50 wpm.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license and clean MVR & pass The Salvation Army Fleet Safety e-learning
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Responsibility of the operation of all Salvation Army Social Service programs to include but not limited to the following:

• Food Bank Program
• Utility & Rental Assistance Program
• Sally's Closet
• Winter Warming Shelter
• Pathway of Hope Program
• Seasonal Assistance (Thanksgiving & Christmas)
• Summer Camp
• Back to School Program
• Local grant funding

For the above programs be responsible for the following aspects of each program

• Determining eligibility
• Maintaining Records
• Monitoring Costs
• Overseeing staff
• Securing and training of volunteers, recording all statistics relating to same
• Inventory control
• Intake of clients
• Distribution of funds and goods
• Promotion of special events
• Case Management
• Securing outside vendors to aide clients i.e., motels, transportation companies and other related providers who can assist clients.

As part of the office procedures, record keeping and supplies the following responsibilities would be required

• Recording and filing (electronically) of all casework documents
• Prepare and submit all required daily, weekly and monthly reports and statistics.
• Communicate the supply needs of the Family Service Office to your supervisor

Community Outreach and Networking to include but not be limited to the following:

• Work with local community partners to enhance Salvation Army social service programs
• Attend community Social Service Impact meetings, public relations & special events and seminars as directed
• Build positive working