Social Services Coordinator

Join our team! What We Offer Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives. About this role Responsible for assisting in operational and organizational duties supporting the department to include collegewide food pantry operations. Coordinates delivery, organization, and distribution of supplies. Will assist with developing community-based partnerships to increase engagement with programs. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and possibly during college closings. This is a grant funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon grant funding. What a day of a Social Services Coordinator looks like Maintains pantry inventory, tracks donations, and promotes food pantry via marketing campaigns. Ensures all standards for food handling, storage, set up, and distribution are followed. Schedules inspections and maintains any licensing and certifications necessary for efficient operations. Conducts student intakes, triages students in crisis, and schedules ongoing counseling, medical, and case management appointments. Participates in and facilitates educational and outreach events for the department. Produces, orders, and organizes marketing, educational, and other materials related to pantry and other department services. Responds for requests for linkage to community resources as well as differing college resources. Prepares correspondences, reports, and other administrative duties to support projects and the department. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. We’d love to hear from you if you have the following Education and Experience: Associate degree One year of related experience Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar application Skilled in: Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner Identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems, driving solutions through to completion Working with diverse populations who may be experiencing mental health challenges, housing and food insecurities, and additional psycho-social stressors Ability to: Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness Work on multiple campus locations Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Florida driver’s license Regular physical attendance required Preferred, but not a must: Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, or any other mental health related field Knowledge of: Titanium electronic medical records (EMR) software Skilled in: Research and data analysis to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action Ability to: Speak publicly Coordinate outreach events Work Environment and Physical Demand Lift, carry, push, pull, install, or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds Reach and grasp objects Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl Stand for extended periods of time Use of video display terminal Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills Communicate information orally and in writing Receive and understand information through oral and written communication Proofread and check documents for accuracy Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury Operate a motor vehicle Work a fluctuating work schedule This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. This is a grant-funded position with a fixed salary range. The minimum hourly base pay is $21.44, with the final salary offer contingent on the candidate’s education and experience, and the availability of grant funds. This position is open until filled with an initial review date of September 9, 2026. Culture Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging. Education Benefits Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution. Health and Wellness Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more. Generous Time Off Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off. Panther Perks Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more. Professional Development Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more. Retirement Investments State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans. About the College About the College Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college, was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates, and workforce development programs. With over 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance, and paid time off. Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Veteran Preference/ADA Employer Per the Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as "the Sunshine Laws," all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record. Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability, or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities. Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the recruitment process should contact the Human Resources and Compliance Director or Chief Human Resources Officer at View phone number on click.appcast.io or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints must be filed within 180 days from the position's closing date for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated, and a timely response will be provided. The College prohibits retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure. 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