About this opportunity
The Salvation Army lists this Emergency Assistance Provider opportunity in sidney, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Emergency Assistance Provider
nJob Locations US-OH-Sidney
nJob ID
n nCategory
nSocial Services
nType
nRegular Part-Time
nOverview
nREPORTS TO: Corps Officer
nSUPERVISES: None
nSTATUS: Non-Exempt
nSCHEDULE: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 9AM-3PM or designated by Supervisor
nFUNCTION
nFUNCTION: This position is responsible for Emergency Assistance Services at the Sidney, OH/Shelby County Corps. Services performed by this position include assessing the basic needs of low-income individuals and families, providing assistance in the form of food, financial assistance, vouchers for in-kind items such as clothing and furniture, and linking participants to services that will help stabilize their crisis. This position will assist with camp registration, seasonal programs, and all stabilization courses offered by the Emergency Assistance program. This position will work in harmony with the Corps Officer to carry-out The Salvation Army’s mission and ministry.
nResponsibilities
n1
nAssess the basic and emergency needs of low-income individuals and families participating in the program.
n2
nThrough crisis intervention, advocacy, and case planning, assist participants in forming a plan to stabilize the crisis.
n3
nProvide direct material assistance in the form of food, financial assistance (As funds are available, i.e. utility, rent, other) or other forms of assistance as needed to stabilize the participant’s crisis.
n4
nLink participants with services that will assist in the long-term stabilization of the crisis. Services may include but not limited to; stabilization courses offered by The Salvation Army, shelter, or other community partners that will address the cause of the participant’s crisis.
n5
nRespond to all Emergency Assistance telephone calls, walk-ins, and inquiries.
n6
nConduct registration for programs such as camp, seasonal programs, and other programs as requested.
n7
nMaintain and compile service statistics on all clients. Complete reconciliation paperwork. Turn into the Corps Officer at month end.
n8
nPlace and coordinate food pantry orders on an as needed basis, stock food pantry, maintain pantry guidelines and expectations. Complete food pantry statistics report and submit to Corps Officer on a monthly basis.
n9
nAttend all staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
n10
nCooperate with other Salvation Army staff to create and maintain a harmonious and efficient environment.
n11
nMaintain time keeping procedures and protocols. Ensure to submit timesheets on time for review and approval of supervisor.
n12
nConsult with the Corps Officer for additional information, feedback, and approval on assistance with difficult or unusual client situations.
nQualifications
n1
nHigh school diploma or GED equivalent required
n2
nProficient in oral and written communication
n3
nProficient in customer and community relation skills
n4
nMust possess valid State driver’s license and pass TSA background check
n5
nMust possess the ability to work well with all types of people
n6
nMust demonstrate both organizational skills, creativity, self-motivation, and flexibility
n7
nWorking knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Kettles program/database, multi-line phone
nThe Salvation Army’s Mission StatementThe Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christand to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Worksite address
sidney, OH, 45365, US
Who can apply
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