Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 03.21.2024

Hourly Wage: $14.20

Hours per Week: 20

Status: Non-Exempt / Part-Time

Number of Positions: 1

Position Title: Family Services Assistant

Department: Family Service Department

Reports to: Corps/Ministry Officer

The Salvation Army 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.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to: Family Services Assistant

To apply in person go to 1950 NW Second St., McMinnville, OR 97128. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Trisha Gallagher at patricia.gallagher@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 472-1009. Ms. Gallagher is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

COVID-19

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

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Description:

The family service assistant supports the general operation of The Salvation Army in Yamhill County by providing emergency assistance to residents.

Education & Work Experience:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Organizational skills necessary.
• Work with minimal supervision and able to make decisions within the scope of Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Have a working knowledge of client services and community resources.

Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Successfully pass The Salvation Army's driving test and criminal background check.
• Be orientated on The Salvation Army’s Protecting the Mission policies and agree to abide by its guidelines.
• Food Handler’s Card recognized by the State of Oregon (to be obtained 30 days of employment).

Specific Duties:

• Maintain food pantry in accordance with USDA, Food Bank, and Salvation Army guidelines.
• Prepare food boxes.
• Sort a reasonable amount of clothing items to be given away to clients by maintaining a small donation area.
• Keep the office, food pantry, and client waiting area clean by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and taking out trash to dumpster daily.
• Remove cardboard from pantry to the recycle bin.
• Assist in unloading of weekly food delivery. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Lifting may be performed both indoors and outdoors under all types of weather conditions: walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying heavy and irregular loads.
• Drive Salvation Army vehicles and pickup in-kind donations when needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by The Yamhill County Service Center Coordinator.

MISCELLANEOUS:

• All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
• The Western Territory Handbook for employees will be your guide to all personal practices and procedures.
• In any position with The Salvation Army, it is impossible to predict the many requests and assignments that can and will be made on an employee. In this case, flexibility and a cooperative spirit are crucial characteristics of the person who holds this position and for the successful operation of Salvation Army services.
• The Salvation Army reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. The Salvation Army facilities and vehicles as well as the work environment are smoke and drug free.
• The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Experience

• Have a working knowledge of client services and community resources.

Education

• High School or Equivalent or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)