Part-Time Social Services Advocate — Client Support & Housing

The Salvation Army; Moundsville (WV); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan Available

Supplemental Insurance Available

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Moundsville, WV is hiring for a part-time Social Services Assistant to support clients with food, lodging, clothing, and financial aid. The role includes interviewing applicants, voucher processing, record-keeping, and coordination with community agencies.

Responsibilities cover client management, pantry operations, and assisting with transportation and housing needs. Strong attention to detail and ability to work with diverse clients are important.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus two years in social/public service.
• Interviews clients to determine eligibility and documents income/expenses.
• Fills out vouchers and maintains client records with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Greets and interviews clients to determine eligibility for assistance.
• Maintains client records, including income, expenses, and family history.
• Prepares and processes vouchers for food, clothing, and furniture.
• Provides food from pantry and tracks pantry inventory and disbursements.
• Arranges housing, transportation, and financial assistance as needed.
• Liaises with other agencies to coordinate client services.
• Records and reports on services provided and program statistics.

Skills

Client management

Interviewing clients

Cash handling

Record keeping

Public assistance

Lodging/food assistance

Education

High school diploma

GED

Two years in social/public service

Tools

Cash register

Job description

The Salvation Army in Moundsville, WV is hiring for a part-time Social Services Assistant to support clients with food, lodging, clothing, and financial aid. The role includes interviewing applicants, voucher processing, record-keeping, and coordination with community agencies.

Responsibilities cover client management, pantry operations, and assisting with transportation and housing needs. Strong attention to detail and ability to work with diverse clients are important.