Social Service Coordinator (Temporary)

The Salvation Army Southern California; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California is seeking a Social Services Coordinator to maintain a highly efficient front office and be a positive representative to clients seeking assistance. You will greet clients, manage files, perform WellSky data entry, assess needs, schedule appointments, and screen applicants for Salvation Army programs.

The role also supports grant/contract entry, seasonal events, and disaster response while collaborating with a diverse team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• CA driver’s license (required).
• Ability to work with diverse clients and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and serve as first point of contact.
• Maintain and file client records.
• Enter data into WellSky and prepare reports.
• Assess client needs and schedule appointments.
• Assist with programs, grants, and disaster services.

Skills

Lead

Team player

Communication

Detail oriented

Multi-task

Diversity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CA driver’s license

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.

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.