Social Services/Corps Program Assistant

Salvation Army Careers•Santa Fe, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This position assists the Corps Officers with various programs and client services.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
Must always represent The Salvation Army in a positive manner, in personal conduct and appearance.
Must be a mature Christian with a strong personal commitment to Christ.
A person of high integrity and trust.
BA in Social Work or Christian Ministry; or equivalent experience in both
6 months to a year of social service experience preferred
Must be able to communicate both written and verbally
Must have a flexible schedule
Must possess sufficient vocabulary and typing skills to perform clerical duties
Must possess or develop team player skills
Deal with general public in a patient, flexible yet stern, professional manner
Must have a pleasant phone voice and be able to receive and relay messages in a timely and efficient manner
Valid New Mexico driver’s license with clean motor vehicle record
Must be able to pass a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the philosophy of The Salvation Army's
Assist the Corps Officers as needed with Corps programs including but not limited to: Sunday School classes, Sunday morning worship services, fellowship times, visitations, Corps Cadet classes, Bible studies, Men’s and Women’s fellowship, Summer camp transportation, VBS, outreach, Young Adult ministries, Homeless ministries.
Maintain order and neatness of the client services area and office
Interview, evaluate, document, and provide assistance when applicable
Prepare and submit all required reports regarding our client services (i.e. Wellsky, United Way, etc.)
Maintain current files on all clients
Answer phones and take accurate messages
Schedule volunteer drivers
Stock and maintain food pantry
Make phone calls to clients
Organize and maintain files for audit purposes
Compile and submit monthly statistics report
Compile and submit quarterly youth reports
Organize and maintain Salvation Army, EMC driver files
Organize and maintain volunteer files
Plan and execute quarterly community events/outreach
Plan, coordinate and execute summer youth programs
Plan, coordinate and execute Christmas program for congregation and community
Assistant in the coordination of the Kettle Program
Other duties as assigned as they relate to the position of Social Services Program Specialist