Part-Time Social Services Coordinator (Johnson County)

The Salvation Army 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.

Starting Pay: $20.40 an hour

Job Objective:

As the Social Services Coordinator you will oversee all aspects of social service programming for The Salvation Army of Johnson County including Emergency Material Assistance, Pathway of Hope, Strengths-based Case Management, Seasonal Programming while ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

What You Will Do:

• Schedule and conduct intake appointments to identify client needs, barriers to sufficiency, individual strengths, and goals.
• At least 5 hours each week will be dedicated to the implementation of Pathway of Hope.
• Maintain a current list of referral sources throughout the county and surrounding counties to ensure that available appropriate resources are provided to clients as they work toward completing their sufficiency goals.
• Complete and maintain required electronic and paper documentation for clients and resources and other demographics and reporting by The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures and funders' standards.
• Network with other social service providers throughout Johnson County.
• Represent The Salvation Army at public functions as requested and determined to be appropriate.

• Attend divisional training as requested, identify pertinent community training opportunities, requesting permission to attend as schedule and budget allow.
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: Associate degree in related field is preferred.

Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience: Minimum of one year experience in case management services is preferred.

Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe from Harm training within the first 90 days of employment. Must complete Caseworker Certification Program within 120 days of employment.

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to assist clients of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Provide guidance and promote the spiritual dimension of The Salvation Army social services programs, emphasizing the importance of Christian influence and evangelism in all of The Salvation Army ministries, including delivery of social services in contemporary settings.

Supervisory Responsibility: Volunteer supervisory responsibilities

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
• May require bending, squatting, walking.
• May require standing for extended

Travel: Travel throughout Johnson County will be expected, may require occasional trave outside of Johnson County for training or other meetings.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office and community center environment; May require some weekend and evening work.

All employees recognize that 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.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.