Social Services Coordinator & Office Operations Lead

The Salvation Army; City of Peekskill (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Peekskill, NY is seeking a Social Service Coordinator and Office Assistant to manage the Peekskill Social Service program and support Corps Officers. The role requires organization, strong communication, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

You will handle intake, client records, statistics, pantry/hygiene closet operations, volunteer coordination, and office administration to ensure smooth program functioning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and at least 5 years of experience in Social Services and office administration.
• Positive work history is required.
• Must be responsible, respectful and able to follow instructions.
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and related tools.
• Well organized and sensitive to individual cases.

Responsibilities

• Attend to calls and inquiries regarding Social Services.
• Respond to social service correspondence and intake new clients.
• Enter and update client information in the Social Work portal and files.
• Prepare monthly statistics for Food Pantry and Hygiene Closet activities.
• Oversee Food Pantry operations, inventory, ordering, and paperwork.
• Coordinate volunteers and schedule Community Service workers.
• Assist with public relations events and seasonal campaigns.
• Maintain Social Service Ministries operations (Soup Kitchen, Food Pantry, Hygiene Closet, etc.).

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication

Spanish (basic)

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Salvation Army in Peekskill, NY is seeking a Social Service Coordinator and Office Assistant to manage the Peekskill Social Service program and support Corps Officers. The role requires organization, strong communication, and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds.

You will handle intake, client records, statistics, pantry/hygiene closet operations, volunteer coordination, and office administration to ensure smooth program functioning.