Social Services Worker (3768) at The Salvation Army

Ocala, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

14.5

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Client Interviews, Eligibility Determination, Record Keeping, Community Agency Referrals, Confidentiality, Office Equipment Operation, Inventory Management, Assistance Application, Food Distribution, Client Assistance, Social Services, Public Service, Relationship Building, Data Entry, Problem Solving, Communication

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: FLA-Ocala Corps - Ocala, FL 34470 Position Type: Full Time Regular Salary Range: $14.00 - $14.50 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category: Social Services Schedule/Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break (40 hours per week). This position is responsible for: Provides social service assistance to eligible clients in the following areas: food, lodging, clothing, furniture, and financial assistance; interviews clients to determine need and eligibility to receive services; prepares accurate and complete client records; refers clients to community agencies and maintains effective working relationships with the same; ensures compliance with program policies and procedures. Key Responsibilities: Greets and interviews clients requesting assistance to determine client's eligibility for assistance based on program guidelines and restrictions; records clients disposition and other pertinent information such as income, expenses, family and work history; assists clients in completing applications for assistance; photocopies social security cards, picture identification cards, payroll statements, utility bills etc. Prepares, completes, and processes food, clothing, and furniture vouchers for eligible clients; directs clients to Lodge kitchen, Thrift Store or Distribution Center for assistance. Provides client's with food from pantry; receives and stocks items donated for the pantry; maintains an itemized account of pantry disbursements and inventory. Prepares and files client records in a timely manner ensuring all information is accurate and up-to-date; obtains signatures of clients as needed; reviews and tracks all client records in order to determine if client is active or inactive; maintains confidentiality of client information. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to determine client eligibility for program assistance based on specific program guidelines and restrictions. Ability to prepare accurate and complete client records, reports, and statistics. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the public and community agencies. Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, typewriter, computer, and adding machine. Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Employee Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay Retirement Plan Life Insurance and more! What we are looking for in you: High school diploma or G.E.D. AND Two years experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. *This position requires a level 2 background screening. For general information about the Florida Clearinghouse screening process, please visit: B531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled

Responsibilities

The Social Services Worker provides assistance to clients in need of food, lodging, clothing, and financial support. They interview clients to assess eligibility, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with program policies.