Senior Service Coordinator / Social Service Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

DEPARTMENT : CORPS

POSITION TITLE : SENIOR CENTER COORDINATOR / SOCIAL SERVICES ATTENDANT

STATUS : REGULAR FULL-TIME / NON-EXEMPT

DIRECT SUPERVISOR : OPERATIONS MANAGER

UNIT : SEATTLE WHITE CENTER CORPS

GENERAL STATEMENT :

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church in which the ultimate goal of all programs is the spiritual regeneration of all people.

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.

WHY HERE

Are you passionate about reaching those who have given to our community over the years? You can do exactly that by working with our seniors to create a vibrant space for them to share meaningful relationships with others. Walk alongside them in creating programs, activities, and more. Foster a sense of belonging and purpose and create lasting memories.

FUNCTION OF POSITION :

The Senior Center Coordinator / Social Service Attendant (SCS) is an administrative position creating, developing, coordinating, and promoting programs to serve seniors. The SCS plans, facilitates, and oversees daily activities, day trips, and special occasions.

Other responsibilities include managing the program budget, maintaining records, and preparing reports. Duties also include recruiting volunteers for the center. The SCS may also have the opportunity to represent the senior center in the community and plan fundraising events. The SCS is responsible for connecting with local agencies that serve seniors within our community to assess how we can best serve them. Other duties include but are not limited to assisting in the food pantry, summer camp, VBS, and other areas as needed.

SCHEDULE :

Monday – Friday with occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays

This job has some flexibility 7 am – 3 : 30 pm or 7 : 30 am – 4 pm.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE :

• High school graduate with a demonstrated ability to oversee and coordinate activities and programs serving the senior population.
• Related experience in the field of social services or senior services is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and write clearly in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients from various backgrounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ADMINISTRATION :

BUSINESS DETAILS :

PROGRAMS :

VOLUNTEERS :

OUTREACH

Network and connect to outside agencies that offer or provide services to seniors.

Visit seniors who cannot participate in activities in the senior center.

SEASONAL :

SOCIAL SERVICE ATTENDANT DUTIES :

SOFTWARE-RELATED SKILLS :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

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 if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

“The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.”

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

Health Insurance : Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO / PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area. Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options : An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans : Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave : The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave : 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months’ service time.

Paid Vacation :

Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.

Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions.

Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months’ service time.

Paid Holidays : 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year