Assistant Program Manager - Evangeline's House

Assistant Program Manager – Evangeline’s House

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Join a team where you can offer compassion, dignity, and sustainable opportunities for people in need in your local community! The Salvation Army is an inspiring place to work. With offices in every major U.S. city and over 120 countries around the globe, it’s a place where people can invest in people on every level. In the Northwest region of the U.S., we serve people with food, shelter, opportunities and almost everything in between.

We are committed to being an efficient and effective network of local offices that make up a huge western region team. In other words, we’re committed to being big and small at the same time. That makes us a seriously great place to work. As one of the most impactful social service organizations in the world, we hire people who constantly seek new ways to keep us moving forward.

We welcome you on finding your place to offer opportunities for people in need!

SHIFT: SUN-THURS, 11AM-7:30PM

DEPARTMENT: EVANGELINE’S HOUSE

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER

STATUS: FULL TIME, NON-EXEMPT

SUPERVISOR: EVANGELINE’S HOUSE PROGRAM MANAGER

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 to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Scope Of Position

Assist the Program Manager as needed. Provide temporary shelter, care, compassion, meals, and supervision for up to six Washington State Foster Care youth (12‑17 years) and emerging adults (18‑20 years) in emergency placement situations for a maximum of 60 days while awaiting placement.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of similar, full‑time experience working with vulnerable populations
• Associate degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of similar, full‑time experience working with vulnerable populations
• Or three (3) years of similar, full‑time experience working with vulnerable populations
• One or more years of supervisory experience required

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Pass a Criminal Background Check
• Pass a DSHS Background Check
• Valid Driver’s License with clear driving record; ability to clear a Motor Vehicle Records check
• Successfully complete TSA Driver Training upon hire and annually thereafter
• Produce current negative TB test results; bi‑annual negative TB test results required
• Have or obtain prior to working with youth, Child and Infant CPR, Adult CPR, and First Aid
• Have or obtain prior to working with youth, training on Bloodborne Pathogens
• Have or obtain prior to working with youth, WA Food Handler’s Card
• Annual Mandated Reporter training
• Have or take de‑escalation and restraint training (Right Response)
• Ability to lead a team
• Conflict resolution skills
• Model appropriate social and interpersonal behaviors for youth and staff
• Ability to manage employees and youth successfully within the program’s structure
• Proficient in typing, organizing and filing
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other software
• Self‑motivated and work with minimum supervision
• Maintain confidentiality with personal information
• Working knowledge/experience of customer service, social services and local resources
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Effectively work with a diverse population in a team environment
• Capable of auditory and visual supervision; verbally and physically interact with children in care
• Possess skills/abilities to successfully work with the challenging behaviors of youth in care
• Effective communication and problem‑solving skills
• High personal standards of cleanliness and thoroughness
• Be available to be on‑call to cover other shifts during the week; some holidays

• Develop positive, professional relationships with coworkers, administration, and professional agencies
• Provide support to the Program Manager in supervision and coordination of staff
• Support new employees/volunteers…