Social Services Supervisor (4151)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Texarkana, AR

About The Position

Plans, directs, coordinates and monitors the day-to-day operations of all transitional, emergency, crisis intervention needs, and residential services; supervises all residential services staff; and ensures work conducted is in compliance with established policies and procedures as well as local, state and federal regulations; monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in a short-term life management program.

Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements
Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
Ability to perform data entry into a computer
Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly while maintaining control and initiating the proper corrective action
Ability and willingness to perform all duties with an understanding of the mission, ministry, philosophy, culture, and protocol of The Salvation Army and conducts all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism
Ability to perform combinations of sitting, standing and walking on a frequent change basis. Distance of travel is usually within the same building
Moderate amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light to heavy objects (less than 25 pounds) occasionally.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology or a related field, AND Two years of progressively responsible experience administering shelter programs, OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid State Driver's License