Program Supervisor

The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army of Memphis & the Mid-South is hiring a supervisor for their program activities in San Antonio, TX. The role involves overseeing daily operations, staff management, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field, with two years of experience in social service programs and one year of supervisory experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is required.
• Two years progressively responsible experience administering and developing social service programs.
• One year supervisory experience or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and monitors day‑to‑day operations of the assigned program activities.
• Evaluates program operations and services.
• Ensures compliance with established policies and procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of social service program development

Knowledge of personnel and business management

Ability to motivate and lead personnel

Ability to perform public speaking

Ability to develop and enforce policies

Ability to remain calm during crises

Ability to build professional relationships

Positive image of The Salvation Army

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field

Job description

Job Summary

Supervises and monitors the day‑to‑day operations of the assigned program activities; evaluates program operations and services; supervises all program staff including scheduling, reporting and appropriate record keeping; ensures work is in compliance with established policies and procedures as well as local, state, and federal regulations; responds to program operation questions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of social service program development and administration.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel and business management and supervision.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of client assessment, case planning, management and referrals.
• Knowledge of social service resources and agencies in the community.
• Ability to motivate, lead, supervise, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
• Ability to perform public speaking.
• Ability to develop, implement, and enforce program policies and procedures.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during a state of crisis.
• Ability to build and maintain effective and professional working relationships with clients and community agencies.
• Ability to present a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is required. Two years progressively responsible experience administering and developing social service programs, with one year supervisory experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.
• Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
• Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5‑10% of work time.

Location

San Antonio, TX.

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.