Program Coordinator - Men's Unit (4613)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Birmingham, AL

8d•$18

About The Position

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a Full-Time Program Coordinator for our Men's Unit for the Birmingham Area Command, located in Birmingham, AL paying $18 an hour. Hours: Typical Hours are Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm. Weekend, evening, on-call, and holiday availability is required. This position is responsible for: Supervises, coordinates, monitors, plans, and participates in the day-to-day operations of a Salvation Army program.

Requirements

Knowledge of practices and principles social service program administration.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of social service case management and preparation of grant documentation
Knowledge of the principals and practices of budget administration.
Ability to interview clients in order to evaluate and serve their needs.
Ability to determine client eligibility for program assistance based on specific program guidelines and restrictions.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the public and community agencies.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a related field, and two years progressively responsible experience performing social services work with at least one year in a supervisory capacity, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid Driver License is required
First aid and CPR certifications
HMIS certification or ability to obtain license within 60 days of employment

Responsibilities

Coordinates staff and shelter for homeless individuals seeking entry into Salvation Army programs
Participates in casework ensuring compliance with program policies and procedures
Prepares statistical reports
Develops and writes Annual Performance Reports (APRs), ensures meeting compliance of rules and regulations of grants and reports issues to supervisor
Supervises, oversees, accepts, and processes residents staying in shelter overnight
Monitors the activity of residents on an assigned shift ensuring safety, security, and compliance to house rules
Maintains accurate and complete records and logs containing pertinent information
Ensures that shelter is maintained in a neat and proper order