Director of Social Services at The Salvation Army
Employer: The Salvation Army
Address:
420 Market Avenue South, Canton, OH 44702
Contact: Major Jody Kramer ( - 330-453-0158 )
Job Title: Director of Social Services
Requirements for Employment:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or equivalent related experience. Licensed Social Worker. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work well with others and be a team player. Valid Ohio Driver's License. Must clear Salvation Army Driving and Background Check. Ability to use Microsoft Office Software, HMIS and other databases as needed.
Job Description:
Schedule Client appointments, interview clients, maintain client files, updating information with each visit and assisting with services such as emergency food, utilities, rent/mortgage and other basic human needs based upon funding guidelines. Provide supervision for Social Services Staff and volunteers. Maintain confidentiality both with clients and other agencies/service providers. Communicate/coordinate with receptionist the scheduling of client appointments. Maintain records for Dominion Energy Share, EFSP, United Way Assistance and any other special funds. Enter client data into the appropriate databases as soon as possible after service is provided. Maintain guidelines for each database. Organize/Plan and Oversee special projects such as Christmas Assistance, Back to School Assistance, etc. and lead in the collection of data on these projects. Make connections/contacts with other community agencies to facilitate referrals and connections for further assistance for clients. Make appropriate referrals for clients to various agencies/organizations and coordinate with said agencies/organizations. Attend meetings/seminars/workshops as requested to represent The Salvation Army Canton Citadel and network with other service providers as requested by the Corps Officers.
Application Process:
Email resume to Jody.Kramer@use.salvationarmy.org or apply on Indeed.
Rate of pay and hours per week: Salaried Exempt Position at $45,000.00 annually.
Approximate start date: 2/24/2025
Approximate end date: n/a
Number of positions available: 1
Students in the following areas of study should apply:
Social Work