Social Ministries Coordinator (Spring Valley Corps)

Responsibilities

• Interview clients to determine need and best course of action for addressing that need.
• Provide regular services such as Food Pantry, rental assistance, Good Neighbor Fund, Veolia Water Fund, and referrals to other agencies.
• Consult with Corps Officers for unique requests.
• Complete annual grant applications and reports for the Food Pantry.
• Administer the Good Neighbor Fund through Orange and Rockland.
• Provide guidance and intake for local clients, determine qualifications, complete applications, keep records, make reports to supporting agency, keep statistics, and provide administration for other participating locations.
• Plan, organize, and implement regular annual special assistance programs, including scheduling events, securing volunteers and resources, and providing guidance and intake for local clients.
• Keep regular office hours, including intake for Holiday Assistance programs and distribution, and provide guidance and intake for local clients.
• Attend regular training opportunities and represent The Salvation Army at local networking opportunities.
• Oversee community Service Workers and provide necessary reports and letters confirming their hours worked.
• Manage front office volunteers and Senior workers.
• Answer all phone calls.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Corps Officers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field.
• Two years of experience in a related field.
• Commitment and desire to assist those in need.
• Understanding and desire to fulfill the mission of The Salvation Army.
• Well organized and able to prioritize tasks.
• Self-motivated and able to work under little supervision.