Social Services Coordinator

Social Services Coordinator

Administer a variety of Social Services programs to meet the physical, social, and spiritual needs of our clients through direct client contact and the supervision of staff and volunteers.

The Social Services Coordinator handles all inquiries for assistance through The Salvation Army of Missoula Social Services. Oversees the disbursement of financial and material assistance given. Provides basic problem-solving casework and client referral. Creates all paperwork and maintains records of cases/clients. Works with other Social Service agencies to develop inter-agency relationships working within the guidelines of The Salvation Army. Responsible for ordering, disbursing, and maintaining food inventories from other agencies, businesses, and gifts in kind. Provides support to the hygiene center, food program and employment program activity and the volunteers/participants assigned to these areas.

• College degree, AA or higher; high school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a non-profit setting or a social service-related
• Experience working with Missoula County or similar Social Service agencies; familiar with the Missoula Coordinated Entry System.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work with vulnerable and marginalized populations.
• An understanding of and willingness to abide by The Salvation Army's mission and practices.
• Ability to understand and comply with The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to represent The Salvation Army throughout the community. Maintain client confidentiality.
• Must have a valid Montana State Driver's license and the ability to pass TSA MVR check and in-house driving test.
• Must complete and adhere to Protecting the Mission requirements and guidelines, including the ability to pass a TSA background check.
• Basic computer knowledge: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and ability to navigate database applications and use new software programs with basic training.
• Detail Oriented, Self-Starter, and Team Player.

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 is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.