Social Services Coordinator

Job Duties

Position Summary

The Salvation Army Northern Division Rochester Corps Social Services Coordinator provides direct assistance to program participants. The Coordinator also recruits and provides a full range of case management services to Pathway of Hope (POH) participants. POH is responsible for providing targeted services to participants with a desire to break the cycle of crisis and enable a path out of intergenerational poverty.

Wage range: $23 to $24.25 per hour, 40 hours a week

20 NE First Ave, Rochester, MN 55906

Essential Functions (approximate time spent)

Provide participants with direct support and assistance (e.g., housing assessments, Heatshare, vouchers, financial assistance). (45%)

Maintain up-to-date, accurate participant information in casefiles and through database entry and internal reporting. (25%)

Conduct long-term strength-based, person-centered, holistic case management to POH participants. (10%)

Assist with seasonal and special events. (5%)

Recruit qualifying participants for POH and promote social services and corps programs with participants and throughout the community. (5%)

Occasionally assist with food preparation and meal service. (5%)

Engage in internal and external activities to promote and further The Salvation Army and POH goals and objectives. (5%)

Education and Experience

Associate degree in relevant field preferred. In lieu of degree, a combination of education and experience may be considered.

If degree is in social work, must be licensed by state board.

Previous social services experience required.

Must pass background checks.

Valid driver's license and meet MVR requirements preferred.

ServSafe certification required or ability to gain certification within 90 days of employment (the organization will pay for the certification).

Competencies

Flexible interpersonal and communication skills.

High level of honor in dealing with confidential information.

Works with integrity, valuing honesty, and diligence.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficient with PC, Microsoft Office, databases, and standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

A variety of work including sitting, standing, reaching, bending, lifting, climbing, and twisting.

Professional environment; not eligible for a remote-friendly work environment.

Must be able communicate clearly in English.

Standard business hours with infrequent evenings and weekends.

Must be able to occasionally lift 40 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Driving/Travel Requirements

May occasionally drive agency vehicle locally to support the mission if MVR check cleared.

Other Duties

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that as an employee of The Salvation Army they will support its religious mission.

This job description is not all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions of the position. Other duties, responsibilities, and tasks may be assigned by supervisor.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55906

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

N050-29131

Job Benefits

Not specified