Assistant Social Services Director

Overview

Location : Divisional Headquarters (Hartford, CT)

Hours Per Week : 40

Schedule : Monday–Friday; 8 : 30 am – 4 : 30 pm. The schedule may vary depending on the need.

Scope of Position : Responsible for direct oversight of the Pathway of Hope (POH) Program, an intensive case management program to end generational poverty. Manage the ServicePoint client software database. Assist the Social Ministries Director with the oversight of the service extension program and emergency disaster services as needed. Provide on-call coverage support for the Hartford, Waterbury, and New Britain shelters. Supervise the housing and homeless programs and the service extension program in the absence of the Social Ministries Director. Ensure all programs are aligned with The Salvation Army’s mission and policies.

Responsibilities

Serve as a role model for all social service employees by displaying a passion for the mission.

Assist with annual audits of the social ministry program.

Ensure all policies and procedures are followed in all social service and service extension programming.

Maintain strict confidentiality.

Attend conferences, trainings, and meetings.

Support fundraising and positive community relations efforts.

Provide direct case consultation and technical assistance to case managers.

Provide guidance and promote the spiritual dimension of the social services programs.

Maintain contact with staff to offer support and information regarding community linkages and programmatic requirements.

Plan, coordinate, and facilitate monthly case manager meetings.

Monitor budgets and report funding gaps.

Prepare monthly progress reports and status updates.

Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the Pathway of Hope program activities.

Ensure 100% accuracy of all data entered into the program of record and maintain database consolidation.

Oversee quarterly evaluations / outcomes measurement and complete summary reports.

Complete random record reviews and annual reviews of compliance with standards to ensure program evaluation / certification requirements.

In the absence of the supervisor, oversee the housing services programs and the service extension program.

Provide occasional on-call coverage support for the shelters located in Hartford, New Britain, and Waterbury.

Provide guidance and training on program operations.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field is required.

Previous supervisory and case management experience is required.

A valid driver’s license is required.

Ability to collaborate on complex social issues within families and communities.

Experience and strong interest in community outreach, organization, and community capacity development.

Experience with after-school programs, feeding programs, emergency disaster services, and serving people experiencing homelessness.

Grant writing experience.

Contract and program fiscal management experience.

Highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines.

Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Strong time-management skills with the ability to organize.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required; experience with database software.

A willingness to lead employees with sleeves rolled up and a positive, can-do attitude.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain a pleasant demeanor.

Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work environment.

Ability to handle multiple projects, adhere to deadlines, and effectively manage and solve crises for positive outcomes.

Must be interested and able to work with people and clients of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.

The Salvation Army is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program to full-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, including...

Comprehensive health care coverage, including dental / vision / hearing, with low-cost employee premiums, co-pays, and deductibles

Employer-funded pension plan (100% vested after five years of eligible service)

Telehealth / online doctor visits

$20K Basic Life Insurance including grief counseling services, funeral planning services, and will / power of attorney / legal document preparation (no cost to employee)

Voluntary life insurance

Short-term disability coverage (no cost to employee)

Long-term disability coverage

Supplemental insurance coverage options (Aflac, homeowners, auto, and pet insurance)

Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care

403(b) tax-deferred annuity plan

Generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, and marriage leave

Eligibility for the federal government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Most importantly – a job with a great purpose, inspiring you to make a difference every day!

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer : All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job LocationsUS-CT-Hartford

Job ID 2025-14448

Category Social Services

Compensation Min USD $47,000.00 / Yr.

Compensation Max USD $50,000.00 / Yr.

Type Regular Full-Time