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.
Salary Range Starting At: $10.00/ per hour
Job Description:
To provide needed supervision and monitoring of warming center guests and program. The center will operate during cold winter months pertaining to the degree agreement when shelter will be opened. Responsible for the general management of the program. Warming Center assistants insures a safe, secure, comfortable, and supportive environment in a manner consistent with the philosophy, policies, and procedures of a low barrier approach to care for homeless individuals. The Warming Center program will be provided at the Salvation Army Madison, IN location.
What You Will Do:
- Will make the call out for volunteers to cover shifts for Winter Shelter to be open and follow safe from harm policies.
- Supervise guests in the program including coaching guests on program policies and rules as well as potential consequences for violation of program policies/rules.
- Address immediate basic needs, orienting the guest to the warming center program.
- Provide supplies to meet basic needs such as snack/meal, linens, containers for their belongings and hygiene supplies.
- Provide conflict resolution, crisis intervention and support as needed.
- Assist other community providers, social services, etc. in working with guests on their Individual Service needs. Promote activities to increase competence with activities of daily living and independent living skills.
- Plan, conduct and monitor guest group meeting sessions and other activities.
- Maintain statistical accountability. Provide clear and concise daily log entries. Maintain up to date daily log/census.
- Complete shift specific tasks such as chore assignments, cleaning, laundry, intake sheets, etc.
- Maintain communication shift-to-shift in staff journal.
- Conduct basic intake information of each new guest
- Demonstrate cultural competence as well as integrate understanding into daily responsibilities.
- Other tasks as assigned by leadership
Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.
Education: High School Diploma preferred but not required
Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.
Experience: Must have at least some experience working with unhoused individuals
Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training before employment begins.
Skills/Abilities:
- Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
- High school diploma or equivalent. Additional education and training preferred,
- Experience working in Human Services with the homeless, individuals living in poverty
- Ability to diffuse crisis situations both within team settings and independently
- Ability to document program events and carry out scheduled or spontaneous tasks
- Capable of applying all training and skill building information
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Requirements Include:
- Good speaking, hearing and vision ability, and excellent manual dexterity
- Lifting, pulling, and pushing of materials up to 25 pounds
- May require bending, squatting, walking.
- May require standing for extended
- Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to focus.
Travel: No Travel required
Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office and church environment; may require some weekend and evening work
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
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Why Work with Us?
If you're ready for a career doing meaningful work with a discernable impact, keep reading. The Salvation Army's brand promise is to Do the Most Good® - and it's our employees that help us get there. At every level and in every discipline, you can have a real impact on your community through the work done inside our walls every day. If you work for us, you will be the hands and feet that enable us to help others.
We are as impassioned about our employees as we are about our mission to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help anyone in need in His name without discrimination. Our work culture reflects this quality, which makes our offices seriously great places to work. Just walk inside our doors and you'll quickly see that our employees are proud to support programs that make a difference.
In addition to traditional Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits, see what our employees told us they most liked about working for the Indiana Division of TSA by responding to our most recent 2023 survey…
- 91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
- 75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
- 80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
- 89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
- 98% appreciate how they are allowed to use 4 sicks days as “Discretionary”
- 99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year
See what our employees said when asked to rank the best reasons for working at the Indiana Division Salvation Army…
- Faith Centered Organization
- Work Environment/ Co-Workers
