Assistant Social Services Director

The Salvation Army; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a full-time supervisor for the Pathway of Hope program in Hartford. This role entails overseeing case management and social service operations to combat generational poverty. The position requires a passionate individual with a degree in social work and prior supervisory experience. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, a pension plan, and generous paid time off, all aimed at supporting a mission-driven workforce.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care coverage

Employer-funded pension plan

Telehealth services

$20K Basic Life Insurance

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory and case management experience required.
• Ability to work with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Grant writing and fiscal management experience highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Pathway of Hope program and manage client database.
• Assist in coordinating service extension programs and fundraising efforts.
• Ensure compliance with policies and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Community Outreach

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database software

Job description

Overview

Location: Divisional Headquarters (Hartford, CT)

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday–Friday; 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. The schedule may vary depending on the need.

Scope of Position: Responsible for direct oversight of the Pathway of Hope (POH) Program, an intensive case management program to end generational poverty. Manage the ServicePoint client software database. Assist the Social Ministries Director with the oversight of the service extension program and emergency disaster services as needed. Provide on-call coverage support for the Hartford, Waterbury, and New Britain shelters. Supervise the housing and homeless programs and the service extension program in the absence of the Social Ministries Director. Ensure all programs are aligned with The Salvation Army’s mission and policies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a role model for all social service employees by displaying a passion for the mission.
• Assist Corps Officers in prioritizing bridging those served through our social service programs into the mainstream of the Army’s congregational (Corps) life.
• Assist with annual audits of the social ministry program.
• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed in all social service and service extension programming.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Attend conferences, trainings, and meetings.
• Support fundraising and positive community relations efforts.
• Provide direct case consultation and technical assistance to case managers.
• Provide guidance and promote the spiritual dimension of the social services programs, emphasizing the importance of Christian influence and evangelism in all The Salvation Army ministries.
• Maintain contact with Corps’ staff to offer support and information regarding community linkages and programmatic requirements.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate monthly case manager meetings and quarterly Corps Officer meetings.
• Monitor POH budgets and report funding gaps.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and status updates.
• Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of POH program activities.
• Make recommendations that support the comprehensive alignment of vision, mission, strategies, operations, policies, procedures, goals, objectives, and outcome-based measures related to all POH program components.
• Ensure 100% accuracy of all data entered into the program of record and maintain POH database consolidation.
• Oversee quarterly POH evaluations/outcomes measurement and complete summary reports.
• Complete random record reviews and annual reviews of compliance with standards to ensure program evaluation/certification requirements.
• In the absence of the supervisor, oversee the housing services programs and the service extension program.
• Provide occassional on-call coverage support for the shelters located in Hartford, New Britain, and Waterbury.
• Provide guidance and training on program operations.

Qualifications

• An understanding of and passion for the mission of The Salvation Army.
• A bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field is required.
• Previous supervisory and case management experience is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to collaborate on complex social issues within families and communities.
• Experience and strong interest in community outreach, organization, and community capacity development.
• Experience with after-school programs, feeding programs, emergency disaster services, and serving people experiencing homelessness.
• Grant writing experience.
• Contract and program fiscal management experience.
• Highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to organize.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; experience with database software.
• A willingness to lead employees with sleeves rolled up and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain a pleasant demeanor.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work environment.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, adhere to deadlines, and effectively manage and solve crises for positive outcomes.
• Must be interested and able to work with people and clients of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.

The Salvation Army is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program to full-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, including...

• Comprehensive health care coverage, including dental/vision/hearing, with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles
• Employer-funded pension plan (100% vested after five years of eligible service)
• Telehealth/online doctor visits
• $20K Basic Life Insurance including grief counseling services, funeral planning services, and will/power of attorney/legal document preparation (no cost to employee)
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage (no cost to employee)
• Long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance coverage options (Aflac, homeowners, auto, and pet insurance)
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care
• 403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and marriage leave
• Eligibility for the federal government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly – a job with a great purpose, inspiring you to make a difference every day!

Learn more about The Salvation Army's Southern New England Division athttps://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england/

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.