Family Services Associate

Recruiting Opportunity Closes:  05.07.2024

Hourly Wage:  $14.20

Hours per Week:  20

Status:  Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions:  1

Department: McMinnville Service Extension

Position Title: Family Service Associate

 

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 of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:  Family Service Associate

To apply in person go to 1950 NW Second St., McMinnville, OR 97128.  Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Trisha Gallagher at patricia.gallagher@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 472-1009.  Ms. Gallagher is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

COVID-19

The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required.  The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.

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Education and Work Experience:   High School diploma. Must have at least 6 months’ office experience. Good written and verbal communication skills. Must work well with minimum supervision. Must be able to lift and move a minimum of 15 pounds.

Scope of Position:

Under the supervision of the DSP & Service Extension Director, participate in helping ensure clients receive assistance through The Salvation Army while protecting their confidentiality. Must also meet multiple deadlines as well as keep work areas in orderly, clean, and safe conditions as this area represents The Salvation Army.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Maintain Client confidentiality.
• Excellent telephone skills
• Maintain professionalism.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Preform duties as assigned such as:

• Answer phones and take detailed messages.
• Make food boxes.
• Keep Food Bank clean and orderly.
• Assist in making holiday Food and Toy boxes.
• Assist in meeting deadlines for monthly reports.
• Assist in Holiday distribution.
• Practice client confidentiality.
• Interview clients to ensure they meet set guidelines.
• Keep current files on all food bank/ social service clients.
• Track in kind donations.
• Ability to lift and move a minimum of 15 pounds.
• Work with volunteers and community service workers to ensure efficient operations.

Physical Requirements:

Equipment used:

• Business Phone System
• Personal Computer and Workstation
• All-in-One Printer/Copier/ Fax Machine
• Hand Truck

This position requires job related lifting loading and unloading. On occasions lifting may exceed 15 pounds and should be attempted safely using appropriate equipment and in accord with recommended procedure.

Walk, bend, stoop, sit, stand for short/long periods of time, kneel, twist body, push, pull, lift and carry up to 15 pounds for short distances, have a sense of touch, reach, grasp with hands and fingers, climb stairs, hear, identify colors, have close vision, have finger dexterity, speak and read, also will include wearing plastic or rubber gloves, working with household cleaner