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The Salvation Army USA Western Territory

Shelter Care Specialist

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory, Yuba City, California, us, 95992

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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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

A. BASIC PURPOSE The position is responsible for ensuring the care, safety and wellbeing of shelter participants residing at the Depot Family Crisis Center.

B. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee daily operations of shelter residence & kitchen

Assist the Residential Programs Director in coordinating the shelter residence office and Shelter Support Staff

Conduct onboarding and orientation of new shelter participants

Coordinate and monitor daily/weekly chores for shelter participants

Conduct and monitor routine participant substance testing

Develop and coordinate a chore manual; and provide routine chore trainings

Train Shelter Support on the use of substance testing equipment

Coordinate room assignments and daily room inspections

Train and supervise kitchen assistants

Prepare, cook and serve meals

Order, inventory and manage food products, equipment and supplies

Monitor shelter for safety, security and cleanliness

Conduct weekly house meetings and maintain meeting minutes

Serve on the Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team

Participate in weekly shelter care meetings

Participate in program and agency trainings as assigned

Maintain and monitor shelter logs

Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested

Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards

Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system

Ensure shelter utilizes mental health first aid, harm reduction and housing first principles

Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis

Adhere to confidentiality standards

Other duties as assigned

C. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of, and familiarity with, homeless services and social services.

Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level

High degree of confidentiality

Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications Word, Excel and Outlook preferred

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence

High degree of organizational skills

Approach problem solving creatively

Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks

D. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

A minimum of 2 year's work experience in social services, food services, property management or human services

ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle

Must be 21 years or older

Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training

Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.

E. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis

Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects

Ability to reach overhead

Ability to operate telephone

Ability to lift up to 25-40 lbs.

Ability to operate a computer

Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information

Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

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 in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

Experience 2 years: Social services, food services, property management or human services. (required)

Licenses & Certifications ServSafe Cert Exam (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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