Social Service Coordinator (Temporary)

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory in Merced, CA is seeking a Social Services Coordinator to manage a professional front office and serve as a positive representative to clients seeking assistance. You will handle intake, file maintenance, and WellSky data entry while supporting program screening and community services.

This role involves coordinating donations, preparing food bags, and maintaining accurate records, with opportunities to assist in grants, contracts, and seasonal events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• CA driver's license (required).
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for all clients.
• Maintain files up to date.
• Screen clients for Salvation Army programs and complete applications.
• Prepare food bags, including bagging dry goods.
• Oversee donated items.
• Prepare monthly statistical reports.

Skills

Ability to lead

Team player

Great communication skills

Detail oriented

Ability to multi-task

Work with diverse background

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High School or Equivalent required

Tools

WellSky

Job description

OVERVIEW:

The role of the Social Services Coordinator is to maintain a highly efficient front office and be a good representation of The Salvation Army to all clients who seek assistance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be the first point of contact for all clients
• Maintain files up to date
• Maintain Wellsky data entry
• Assess client needs and schedule appointments
• Screen clients for various Salvation Army programs and complete applications
• Prepare food bags, including bagging dry goods
• Oversee donated items
• Collect Brown Bag breakfast sign-in sheets and input data in WellSky
• Prepare statistical reports monthly
• Assist with seasonal social services events
• Act as backup support to enter grants & contracts for weekly finance meetings
• Assist with emergency and disaster services work
• Attend meetings and trainings
• Shop for supplies at the Foodbank
• Other related duties as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• CA driver's license (required)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to lead
• Team player
• Great communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work with a diverse background

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. (usually file boxes)

ADA Statement:

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 if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army:

The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.

At-Will:

I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors (preferred)
• High School or Equivalent (required)

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License (required)

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