Secretary/Social Worker (Freeport Corps) P/T 25 hrs/wk)

Responsibilities Attend all calls regarding Social Services. Responsible for sharing information with the Corps Commanding Officer, all matters are of mutual concern. Relating to the total welfare of Social Services at the Corps. Intake applications on clients monthly. Prepare Thrift Store Assistance Vouchers when necessary. Prepare and distribute grocery/food bags to clients. Take inventory of food Pantry items, call in orders, and must be sure to spend all HPNAP monies by the deadline. Make monthly orders from Food Bank. Stock shelves for Food Bank. Sort all donated food; check for and discard any outdated/damaged materials. Coordinate annual food drive by US postal workers. Recruit volunteers for Social Services and always monitor them. Ensure proper volunteer paperwork is completed. Assist in coordinating the annual volunteer thank you luncheon. Coordinate community Service individuals, and secure/file proper documentation. Report required documentation of Community service individuals to County/City officials. Assist in the applications process of Corps summer activates, as campers for Star Lake Camp/VBS programs. Respond to correspondence attaining to social services. Assist in aspects of public relations events and campaigns assigned by the corps officer including the Christmas kettle campaign. Fulfill any other tasks that may be assigned on as-needed basis requested by the commanding officer. Confidentiality in a must. Responsible for option and closing the building when required. Qualifications Strong communications and organizational skills. Responsible, respectful, positive role model, and must be able to follow instructions. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Social Services. Well organized and sensitive to individual cases. Bilingual (English / Spanish). Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Word, and others as required. The Salvation Army Eastern Territory