Program Coordinator (4818)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Alexandria, LA

3d•$19 - $20

About The Position

This position is responsible for: Supervises, coordinates, monitors, plans, and participates in the day-to-day operations of a Salvation Army program. Coordinates staff and VA shelter for 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. Key Responsibilities: Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises the work of program personnel to include Housing Monitors and Cooks. Interviews clients requesting assistance to determine client's eligibility for assistance based on program guidelines and restrictions. Conducts group and individual meetings with clients; develops intake and case plans for client; instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms. Researches, finds, writes, and manages grants to ensure funding is secured to operate programs. Prepares and files client records in a timely manner ensuring all information is accurate and up-to-date. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: 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. Work requires performance of duties in a social services environments where exposure to communicable and infectious diseases are possible.

Requirements

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.
First aid and CPR certifications
Certification required to dispense medication
HMIS certification or ability to obtain license within 60 days of employment
Drug tests and Breathalyzer Training and Certification
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.
Work requires performance of duties in a social services environments where exposure to communicable and infectious diseases are possible.

Responsibilities

Supervises, coordinates, monitors, plans, and participates in the day-to-day operations of a Salvation Army program.
Coordinates staff and VA shelter for 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.
Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises the work of program personnel to include Housing Monitors and Cooks.
Interviews clients requesting assistance to determine client's eligibility for assistance based on program guidelines and restrictions.
Conducts group and individual meetings with clients; develops intake and case plans for client; instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms.
Researches, finds, writes, and manages grants to ensure funding is secured to operate programs.
Prepares and files client records in a timely manner ensuring all information is accurate and up-to-date.