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Salvation Army Eastern Territory

Job Guest Advisor

Salvation Army Eastern Territory, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, United States, 18301

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Guest Advisor

The Salvation Army is hiring for the position of Guest Advisor in the East Stroudsburg Corps. The role reports directly to the Director of Social Ministries and indirectly to Corps Officers and DHQ Social Services. The position is available immediately and is part-time, with up to 29 hours per week. The salary is $13.50 per hour, grade 70, non-exempt. The Salvation Army offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees, including: Generous paid time off every year including holidays, personal days, vacation time, and sick time. Employer funded pension plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment). Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles. Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including short term disability, AFLAC, and voluntary term life. Flexible spending accounts. Remitted tuition program. Eligibility for the federal governments public student loan forgiveness program. Most importantly

a job with a good purpose! Responsibilities

Position Overview: Support shelter guests and oversee operations and rules. Control access and activity on shelter property, permitting only approved persons. Oversee official shelter communications via phone and in-person. Keep a written record of all persons in/out, and all communications. Oversee intakes, as necessary, during your scheduled hours, including initial interview, alcohol/drug screen, completing paperwork, reviewing rules and policies, and assigning sleeping areas. Assist guests with bedding, personal care items, meals, and any specific requests or needs. Refer guests to case manager and assist with other community resources as necessary to effectively meet guest needs, e.g.: transportation, recovery meetings, shopping, Bible studies, etc. Monitor entire shelter property to ensure guests are safe and adhering to policies. This may include basic cleaning inside/outside the buildings, and may include snow removal. Maintain all required records and logs, e.g.: incident reports, fire drill logs, medication, etc. Ensure confidentiality of all information related to shelter concerns, employees, and guests. Communicate pertinent information to incoming RA, and elevate concerns to Director. The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma, or equivalent. Valid PA drivers license with good driving record. At least 21 years of age with at least 2 years of driving experience, including vans. As a mandated reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter. Meets the child protection clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check. Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the mission of The Salvation Army. Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The Salvation Armys 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.