What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warming Shelter Manager position at The Salvation Army Cascade Division?
Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 01.02.2025
Hourly Wage: $19.50
Hours Per Week: 40
Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time – Temporary Seasonal
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Coos Bay, OR. Warming Shelter
Position Title: Warming Shelter Manager
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.
Application Instructions:
Complete the online job application.
To apply online go to: Warming Shelter Manager
To apply in person go to 1155 Flanagan Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Questions, contact Major David Kauffman at david.kauffman@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (541) 888-5202. Major Kauffman is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.
Recruiting Accommodation Statement:
To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.
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Education and Work Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience working with people
Overview of position: The Warming Shelter Manager works overnight hours to serve our homeless clients and oversee operations and staff. It is a high paced environment and requires performing multiple tasks quickly and efficiently. The job requires patience, the ability to diffuse volatile situations between clients and staff and clients and clients. The position also requires the ability to be flexible within the work schedule.
- Ability to read and write in the English language
- Ability to use phone
- Ability to file, do data entry, and have basic clerical skills
- Ability to de-escalate a potential crisis
- Ability to handle high levels of stress effectively in a busy environment
- Ability to multitask and possess strong interpersonal skills
- Working knowledge of integrated database applications
- The ability to use new software programs with basic training
- Ability to access and produce information from a computer
- Manage staffing for Winter Shelter ensuring all shifts are covered
- Train and implement orientation for staff: volunteers
- Supervise and manage Winter Shelter staff
- Order supplies as needed
- Hold staff meetings as needed, keep staff informed
- Record all statistics as needed for TSA and City of C/S
- Responsible to turn all timecards in to HR dept. on a regular basis as required for payroll
- Have a humane and caring attitude toward all residents
- Give high priority for the welfare of all the residents
- Always maintain a professional attitude and appearance
- Maintain supplies necessary for Winter Shelter operations
- Assist in the gathering and recording of required information from all guests
- Understand all policies and procedures for the center and implement them in daily work
- Accurate collection of vital statistics during intake
- Maintain accurate attendance records of all clientele
- Oversee or perform daily operation of shelter tasks to include cleaning, laundry, and serving of meals, etc.
- Responsible to adhere to and implement policies of the Winter Shelter and those of The Salvation Army
- Perform other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis
- Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead
- Ability to operate telephone
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to access and produce information from a computer
- Ability to understand written information and implement as needed
- 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 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 will result
This position should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this position statement.
Experience
Preferred- Experience working with people
Education
Required- High School or Equivalent or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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