Overview

　　The Salvation Army’s South End Corps is hiring aCasworkerand offers the following benefit package to part-time employees:

　　Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time

　　Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment and consistently works 20+ hours/week)

　　Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including: Voluntary Term Life & AD&D benefits, AFLAC Insurance

　　Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

　　Location : 1500 Washington Street, Boston

　　Pay Rate : $18/hr

　　Hours : 28 hrs/week (Monday-Friday, 9:30am-3:00pm)

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　High School Diploma, required

　　Associate degree in Social Services, preferred

　　Experience in the Social Services field

　　Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

　　Proven written and verbal communication skills

　　Strong interpersonal and organizational skillsMust be able to lift 25 lbs

　　Good problem-solving skills

　　Knowledge of the local community and services provided

　　Valid driver’s license and use of official vehicle may be required. Ability to travel as needed

　　Bi-lingual, preferred

　　Interview clients seeking assistance for various human service needs and making referrals to other area agencies for further services. Maintain daily records of clients including but not limited to forms/files/correspondence/statistical information. Support Corps in the implementation of social ministries programs and collaborate with other social service agencies in the community

　　Casework

　　Interview clients and assess needs and resources of clients.

　　Provide emergency assistance, counseling, advocacy to clients according to the needs assessed.

　　Make referrals to area agencies for further services.

　　Schedule appointments for clientele as needed.

　　Maintain accurate and confidential daily records of clients including but not limited to forms/files/correspondence/statistical information/ and other records as required.

　　Recognize spiritual needs of persons which may require referral to the Corps Officers (who are ordained ministers of The Salvation Army).

　　Program Support

　　Assist with the implementation and coordination of social ministries programs at Corps

　　Maintain inventory for feeding program and emergency food pantry, including supporting Corps officers in grant and in-kind donation development.

　　Network with and cultivate collaborative relationships with key personnel at other social service agencies and community-based organizations in the corps area.

　　Attend community meetings as requested by Corps Officers

　　General Responsibilities

　　Serve as office receptionist as needed

　　Perform general clerical duties to include but not limited to:

　　Photocopying

　　Faxing

　　Mailing

　　Filing

　　Assist with the implementation and coordination of other Corps activities.

　　Keep inventory and processes requests for office supplies

　　Maintain routine reports

　　Respond to all donations with a thank you (monetary and in-kind)

　　Assist where needed in the operations of all seasonal social ministries programs (Christmas, Thanksgiving, Back to School, Summer Camp, etc.) as requested by Corps Officers and DHQ.

　　Be able to identify and understand potential local social service funding sources and provide required reports to Corps and DHQ for current social service funding sources.

　　Assist in the identification, recruitment, training, and utilization of volunteers for both local and seasonal social service activities

　　Participate in required social ministries, counseling, and other appropriate TSA trainings

　　Remain up to date with all Keep SAfe training

　　Perform other duties as requested.

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.

　　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.

　　Job LocationsUS-MA-Boston

　　Job ID 2024-12320

　　Category Administrative

　　Type Regular Part-Time