Job Description

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.

1. BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of the Food & Nutrition Specialist position is to provide support for Medically Tailored Meals, Fresh Choice Food Program and all other food/nutrition initiatives.

1. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2. Prepare, cook, and serve meals and snacks for Medically Tailored Meals
3. Conduct street outreach services
4. Coordinate intake and program eligibility for food & nutrition programs
5. Maintain gifts-in-kind donation records
6. Assist in the coordination of the Fresh Choice Food Program
7. Maintain inventory of food products, equipment and supplies
8. Operate and maintain the mobile kitchen trailer and assigned vehicle
9. Serve on the Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team
10. Coordinate assigned volunteers
11. Participate in weekly case conference meetings
12. Participate in program and agency trainings as assigned
13. Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested
14. Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards
15. Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system
16. Ensure intake and care procedures utilize harm reduction and trauma informed care principles
17. Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis
18. Adhere to confidentiality standards
19. Other duties as assigned
20. Coordinate assigned schedule pick up of food donations
21. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
22. Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level
23. High degree of confidentiality
24. Able to endorse and promote The Salvation Army’s mission
25. Minimum two (2) years of food service, social service/work and/or related experience preferred
26. Computer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Word, Excel and Outlook preferred
27. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
28. Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence
29. Excellent organizational skills
30. Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks
31. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
32. High school diploma
33. Must possess ServSafe Food Handler certification
34. Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle
35. Must be 21 years or older
36. Authorize The Salvation Army to add name to the CA DMV Pull Notice Program
37. Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training
38. Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.
39. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
40. Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
41. Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
42. Ability to reach overhead
43. Ability to operate telephone
44. Ability to lift up to 50-70 lbs.
45. Ability to operate a computer
46. Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information
47. 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.