Homeless To Work Coordinator- SC/ Riverside Corps-13-090

Mission Statement

The 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 Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Corps Officer, this position will coordinate all aspects of the Homeless to Work Program. Promote work opportunities to homeless individuals in the community, supervise work efforts, and assist in case management efforts.

Essential Functions

• Promote, advertise and build relationships with homeless people in the community.
• Collaborate with other agencies to identify resources and individuals eligible for the program.
• Coordinate with the City to identify cleanup locations on a weekly basis.
• Assist clients in obtaining necessary documentation for employment.
• Provide PTM and safety training instructions for employees.
• Transport employees to and from work locations.
• Supervise employees on cleanup and work sites.
• Meet weekly with Corps Officer and Lead Case Manager for program evaluation and support.
• Maintain statistics for all homeless to work program.

PAY RATE: $18.00-$20.00/hr.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.  Ability to be able to lift up to 40lbs.  Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time.

Minimum Qualifications     

• Minimum high school graduate or equivalent; BA degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in an administrative setting.
• Maintain a Class C California Driver’s License
• Current knowledge of and interest in homeless populations and available supportive resources.
• Understand and support the mission of The Salvation Army.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to operate standard office equipment in an efficient and effective manner.
• Ability to prioritize and address projects, which may conflict, in a time-sensitive manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact with co-workers, management, leadership, and the general public in a positive, productive manner.
• Ability to analyze problems and to reach acceptable and workable solutions; ability to implement solutions and bring projects to fruition.
• Ability to present oneself in a professional manner; ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in relation to information and documentation.
• Ability to teach in a classroom setting about life skills classes.

Salary : $18 - $20