Social Services Manager - Flexible Hours & Community Impact

Grkroccenter; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on pet, auto, and home insur

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Wausau, Wisconsin is seeking a Social Services Manager to oversee shelter operations, food pantry activities, and community program development. You will supervise case workers, volunteers, and staff, while coordinating community partnerships to expand compassionate services for those in need.

This leadership role emphasizes program development, budgeting, grant reporting, and ensuring adherence to agency standards as you deliver direct support to individuals and families

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services or related field.
• Four years' experience in program management including supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license with approval to drive from TSA’s insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Supervises all social service programs and personnel. Plans, coordinates, instructs, supervises, monitors and evaluates the work performance of the Social Services staff.
• Implements and provides oversight to the Pathway of Hope program.
• Recruits, screens, interviews and recommends for hire persons for Social Service department positions. Makes recommendations to the Corps Officer for promotions and terminations.
• Conducts regular staff consultation with Social Services staff and provides instruction and training.
• Oversees the keeping and reporting of accurate case records and monthly statistical reports.
• Maintains HMIS, SIMS and National Statistical System records and reports.
• Serves as primary contact with The Salvation Army for community services agencies in service area.
• Develops community partnerships and programs to meet ongoing needs.
• Plans and supervises seasonal programs and manages government grant applications and reporting.

Skills

Program management

Supervisory experience

Community partnerships

Grant reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services or related field

Job description

The Salvation Army in Wausau, Wisconsin is seeking a Social Services Manager to oversee shelter operations, food pantry activities, and community program development. You will supervise case workers, volunteers, and staff, while coordinating community partnerships to expand compassionate services for those in need.

This leadership role emphasizes program development, budgeting, grant reporting, and ensuring adherence to agency standards as you deliver direct support to individuals and families