Job Description

The Salvation Army Mission

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian churchIts message is based on the BibleIts ministry is motivated by the love of GodIts mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Salary Range Starting at $20.50/ per hour

Job This position oversees all aspects of social service programming for The Salvation Army in Hamilton County including Pathway of Hope Program, case management, financial material assistance, and seasonal events.

What will you do

• Schedule and conduct intake appointments for case management services

• Implement strengths-based and client centered case management skills to identify client strengths, identify sufficiency goals and barriers to those goals, and implement strategies to achieve those goals

• Implement Pathway of Hope Program Model to support client strengths, barriers, and long-term goals

• Maintain a current list of referral sources throughout Hamilton County and surrounding counties to ensure that available appropriate resources are provided to clients as they work toward completing their sufficiency goals

• Complete and maintain required electronic and paper documentation for clients and resources in SIMS and other demographics and reporting in accordance with Salvation army Policies and Procedures and funders’ standards

• Networkwith other social services providers throughout Hamilton County

• Represent The Salvation Army at public functions as requested and determined to be appropriate

• Represent The Salvation Army on EFSP Board, with the United Way, etc. as requested

• Make budgetary recommendations to the Assistant Divisional Social Services Director and/or the Divisional Social Services Director

• Attend divisional training as requested, identify pertinent community training opportunities, request permission to attend as schedule and budget allows

• Participating in City Coordinating meetings as requested by the Assistant Divisional Social Services Director and/or Divisional Social Services Director
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications:The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position

EducationMinimum of associate degree in Human Services (or related field)

Background ChecksPosition requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.

Experience:At least one year of case management experience required

Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 30 days of employment. CCP within 30 days SIMS within 30 days

SkillsAbilities

• Able to accept and to communicate with clients of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Basic computer and office equipment skills

• Able to follow instruction

• Able to work independently

Supervisory ResponsibilityNo supervisory responsibility

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job

Physical Requirements Include:

• Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity

• Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds

• May require bending, squatting, walking

• May require standing for extended periods

Travel: Travel within Hamilton County will be required; occasional travel outside of Hamiliton County for training and may support other units and programs

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a typical office environment may include occasional home visits; may require some weekend and evening work.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assignedReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Qualifications

Why Work with Us?

If you’re ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army’s brand promise is to Do the Most Good® - and it’s our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others

We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you’ll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.

In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey…

• 91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
• 75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
• 80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
• 89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
• 98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as “Discretionary”
• 99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year

See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army…

1. Helping People
2. Faith Centered Organization
3. Work Environment/ Co-Workers
4. Benefits