Housing Manager I

THE SALVATION ARMY•Baton Rouge, LA

5d•$0 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Housing Manager I supervises and participates in the day-to-day operation of a lodge, shelter, or house that provides housing, food, transportation, counseling, and educational assistance. The position ensures that required paperwork is completed, residents follow lodge rules, and operations comply with The Salvation Army’s policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The role orients new residents, prepares intake records to support case management, records daily statistics, and processes service-fee payments. It also assists residents in locating affordable housing and provides referrals to community social-service agencies as appropriate. The Housing Manager supervises and participates in facility cleaning and maintenance, and routinely inspects the facility to ensure it meets established standards. Work takes place in a normal lodging environment. The position requires a limited amount of physical effort, including walking, standing, and lifting or carrying light objects weighing less than 25 pounds. Employees are expected not to undermine The Salvation Army’s religious mission.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience working in a social or public service environment, including experience assisting the public, or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of household management techniques.
Ability to prepare and process records and statistics accurately and completely.
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to perform limited physical effort involving walking, standing, and lifting or carrying light objects weighing less than 25 pounds.
Employees must agree not to undermine The Salvation Army’s religious mission.

Responsibilities

Orient new residents to the program and prepare intake records to facilitate case management.
Record daily statistics.
Collect, receipt, and process service-fee payments.
Assist residents with locating affordable housing.
Provide referrals to other community social-service agencies as needed.
Supervise and participate in cleaning and maintaining facilities, supplies, and equipment.
Routinely inspect the facility to ensure compliance with established standards.
Ensure paperwork is completed and lodge rules are followed by residents.
Ensure compliance with The Salvation Army policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Supervise resident activities to help ensure the facility is properly maintained and secured.