Social Service Assistant (Part-Time) - SC/ Oxnard/Port Hueneme
The Salvation Army
- Oxnard, CA Port Hueneme, CA
- $20.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Coordinate food pantry distributions including set up and break down for each event.
- Responsible for receipt and storage of food.
- Responsible for picking up food from assigned donation sites.
- Maintain a clean and organized system of pantry, refrigerator, and freezer.
- Assist with data entry for Social Services programs.
- Assist with minor facility needs of property.
- Assist Corps Officers with program setup and preparations.
- Administer the program in accordance with existing policy and administrative decisions and procedures in a safe, engaging environment for The Salvation Army associates, guests, members, volunteers, partners, and vendors. Develop appropriate relationships and boundaries with each listed.
- Exhibit a practical knowledge of the program and its applicability to the needs of the community.
- Monitor and maintain client records in keeping with The Salvation Army and HIPPA standards, including computer and written files.
- Attending The Salvation Army meetings/trainings and participate in inter-agency provider meetings directed by supervisor.
- Prepare timely statistical reports and maintain accurate documentation/data records for The Salvation Army and cooperative agencies, in keeping with any agreement made.
- Organize maintain and stock food pantry, storage, and service areas for the efficient delivery of staff and volunteers.
- Assist with the preparation of the assume responsibility for implementation and control of the budget if social service budget.
- Pick-up donations
- Organize, record, and appropriately distribute gifts n kind as they are available.
- Follow mandated reporting procedures, as required by local law enforcement and/or protective agencies as well as The Salvation Army’s internal reporting process.
- Adhere to The Salvation Army’s National Social Services Standards
- Administrative duties and all other related duties as assigned.
- Conduct thorough intake assessments with clients seeking help from The Salvation Army, to determine eligibility and best course of action with sensitivity and without discrimination.
- Maintain confidential files for each client in accordance with The Salvation Army standards and HIPPA regulations.
- Refer clients to other Salvation Army programs or other agencies an appropriate.
- Perform other assignments/duties as directed.
- Supervision – Commanding Officer
- Program Support – DHQ program support
- Annual Performance Review – Head of Staff
- Demonstrate an understanding of The Salvation Army mission are required for this position.
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent with some college course work in social services or experience in a social service setting.
- Must be mature, and a responsible individual.
- Ability to engage and diffuse crisis situations.
- Must have data management and reporting skills.
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
- Meet all health and safety regulations as defined by the Health Department as well as The Salvation Army.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Must be in good physical health and mental health, capable of meeting the demand of the position.
- Driving Test and clean MVR check (if applicable).
- If working in vicinity of children a criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
- Able to function in a fast-paced, frequently changing environment.
- Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
- Must possess good interpersonal and time management skills.
- Ability to build and maintain effective and professional working relationships with leadership, coworkers, clients and community.
- Ability to analyze problems and reach acceptable and workable solutions.
- Knowledge of standardized but moderately complex procedures and operations.