Social Services and Volunteer Assistant
Social Services and Volunteer Assistant
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Job Description
Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 06.19.2025
Hourly Wage: $16.00
Hours Per Week: 40
Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Supervisor: Corps Officer
Department: Social Services
Position Title: Social Services and Volunteer Assistant
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 upload a resume.
To apply online go to: Social Services and Volunteer Assistant or apply in person go to 605 N Blvd Idaho Falls ID 83402. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to applications will not be accepted.
Questions contact Captain Steve Staneart at or call . Capt. Staneart is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.
Recruiting AccommodationStatement:
To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process please contact 1- oremail attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.
Qualifications:
- Education - High School diploma or GED equivalency. Must have a valid driver license.
Scope of Position: The Community Services and Volunteer Assistant will provide clerical and project support to the Corps Officer assist in the management of the Volunteer Program and volunteers.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities Required:
Professional: The ability to work in a distinctively Christian environment the ability to interact with co-workers and the public in a positive professional manner in conformity with The Salvation Army Mission Statement. The ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and circumstances. Must possess the self-discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work. Able to work with limited supervision and work in a team setting with other professionals. Exercises good judgment and be comfortable taking initiative with projects. This can be a high-pressure position to meet deadlines.
Equipment: The following equipment may be used: telephone computer copy machines calculator and motor vehicles.
Skills & Abilities:
- Good working knowledge of standard office equipment and systems and proficient with current computer programs including Windows Word PowerPoint Excel and MS Publisher.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to address multiple projects in a timely manner
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal communication and relationship skills.
- Detailed oriented.
- Ability to take projects from beginning through completion in a timely manner.
- Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Must be well groomed and adhere to the required dress code.
- Must be able to perform tasks of a repetitive nature without diminishing performance.
- Must be able to walk bend stoop squat twist body stand for short/long periods of time kneel push pull have sense of touch reach grasp with hands and fingers lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds unassisted climb stairs close vision distance vision talk hear have-eye hand coordination have manual dexterity speak and read and working in noisy areas as these movements are a regular requirement of this position.
- This position may require long periods of sitting at a desk using a computer and telephone Must be able to sit for long periods of time in front of a computer screen.
Working Conditions: This position may have frequent phone and in person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry hostile confused or frustrated.
As with any position with The Salvation Army it is impossible to predict the many requests and
assignments that may be made on an employee. Flexibility and a cooperative spirit are crucial
characteristics of the individual who holds this important position.
This position has access to confidential and private information. It is essential that confidentiality and privacy he observed.
Miscellaneous: The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history
information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The
circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.
The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a motor vehicle record check. They must have a valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record.
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 as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
It is expected that each employee will be familiar with The Salvation Army Western Territorial Handbook for Employees. Questions regarding its contents can be directed to the Human Resource Administrative Assistant or immediate supervisor.
The Salvation Army reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
The Salvation Army reserves the right to adjust full time hours is contingent on funding received annually.
Employment Type
Full-Time
