EOC Program Operations Specialist - Evangeline's House

The Salvation Army; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Spokane is seeking a part-time EOC Program Operations Specialist for Evangeline's House to provide shelter, care, meals, and supervision for youth in emergency placement. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and compassionate engagement with 10-20 year olds.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 2 years working with youth, and clearance of criminal and DSHS background checks. CPR/First Aid and de-escalation training are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of successful experience working with youth.
• 21 years of age required.
• Pass a Criminal Background Check required.
• Pass a DSHS Background Check required.
• CPR/First Aid training required.
• De-escalation and restraint training required.
• Able to supervise youth and interact with children.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend monthly staff meetings & trainings.
• Trainings: required readings & reports for one year.
• Directly supervise youth in care.
• Communicate needs to supervisors.
• Lead youths in daily activities including meals, sports, and tutoring.
• Follow schedules and document daily activities.
• Maintain facility security and cleanliness.
• Accompany youth to school and appointments as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

On-call availability

Communication

De-escalation

CPR/First Aid

Age 21+

Background check

Supervision

Problem solving

Teamwork

Emotional maturity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

EOC Program Operations Specialist - Evangeline's House

Job Category: Social Services

Requisition Number: PTPRO026100

• Part-Time
• Rate: $18 USD per hour

Locations

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Description

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:

Program Operations Specialists working in Evangeline’s House and provide temporary shelter, care, compassion, meals, and supervision for up to six Washington State Foster Care youth (10-17 years) and emerging adults (18-20 years) in emergency placement situations for a maximum of 30 days while awaiting placement.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Two (2) years of successful experience working with youth

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• 21 years of age
• Pass a Criminal Background Check
• Pass a DSHS Background Check
• Be emotionally mature and stable in order to provide consistency, structure, and nurturing.
• CPR/First Aid training
• De-escalation and restraint training
• 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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Attend monthly staff meetings & trainings
• Training Tracts – required readings & reports for one year
• Work well within a team
• Communicate program needs & client needs to supervisors
• Directly supervise youth in care
• Be able to communicate effectively with professional agencies and administration
• Actively lead, participate in the client’s daily activities including, meal times, sports activities, learning activities, swimming, field trips & tutoring
• Follow posted schedules unless directed otherwise by a supervisor
• Document client’s daily activities
• Model appropriate social and interpersonal behaviors for youth in care
• Assist youth in identifying and meeting their physical needs
• Follow and ensure compliance of all Child Safety policies and procedures
• Ensure HIPPA. WAC guidelines, contract, licensing and local policy and procedures compliance
• Properly implement behavior management (de-escalation and restraint)
• Comply with youth disciplinary guidelines
• Offer guidance to the youth as needed
• Clean the facility when needed
• Do laundry when needed
• Assist with snow removal when necessary
• Serve food to the youth at meal times, as well as provide snacks throughout the day
• Maintain facility security by ensuring windows and doors are locked; report any security concerns. Contribute to a positive morale in the program.
• Develop positive, professional relationships with coworkers
  • Accompany youth to school and appointments as needed (driving, riding or walking)
• All other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
• Grasp, push, pull, objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, carts, doors, and reach overhead
• Operate a telephone
• Access and produce information from a computer

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Education

High School or Equivalent or better.

Experience

Direct working experience with youth, 1 year.

Licenses & Certifications

TB cleared certificate

Food Handler's Card

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