Job Description
at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Peoria, Illinois, United States Job Description
THE SALVATION ARMY
North and Central Illinois Division JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE
Homeless Prevention Case Manager LOCATION/DEPT
Peoria Social Services REPORTS TO
Assistant Social Services Director PEOPLE MANAGER
No FLSA CATEGORY
Non-Exempt, Full Time PAY GRADE
205 PAY RATE:
$20.67 - $24.80 Hourly WHO WE ARE
At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to "Doing the Most Good". We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for youth after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need. JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the administration of The Salvation Army's Emergency Assistance Programs in Peoria, Fulton, and Woodford County including resource referrals, screening participants for eligibility with various funding partners, and administering assistance according to agency and funder standards. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct outreach and engagement services in the community to identify, engage, support and build rapport with participants in the target population. Develops and fosters local relationships with other service/ healthcare/ educational/ municipal entities to ensure effective local support and referral sources. Determine client eligibility and conduct client intakes and assess the level of need, complete all appropriate assessments and paperwork, gathering documentation. Maintain written and electronic case files with all relevant client information along with advocacy, financial services, referrals, payment arrangements, and outcomes. Maintain and submit monthly statistics in a timely order as required for The Salvation Army and other grants received. Collects, compiles, and reports statistical data to the Assistant Social Services Director. Attend staff meetings and community events as necessary. Participate in the renewal of all contract and funding plan requests. Other duties as assigned by the Peoria Social Service Assistant Director Maintain positive work atmosphere through appropriate conflict management, courteous demeanor, and professional and appropriate communication practices. Administrative Expectations Successfully satisfy the training requirements associated to the position and as required by The Salvation Army. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Education:
Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, criminal justice, psychology or human service-related field. Consideration given to individuals with significant social service case management experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Experience:
A minimum of three to five years' knowledge and work experience related to Social Services and supporting others through Case Management is preferred. Familiarity with local resources, Continuum of Care and homeless service providers. Skills/Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work as a cooperative team member. Close attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality Ability to multi-task several projects concurrently Must have an interest and ability to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner. Ability to establish and implement policies and procedures. Demonstrated awareness of budget resources and cost control, as well as planning and administering budgets. Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience in using email, MS Office applications. JOB LIMITATIONS
This individual will only commit resources of The Salvation Army that have been allocated or approved. This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities... For full info follow application link. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
