Job Information
The Salvation Army On-Call Resident Coordinator at Mckinnell House in Anchorage, Alaska
Description
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: On-Call
Rate of Pay: $13/hour
Schedule: TBD
Location: Mckinnell House
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 love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
SCOPE OF POSITION
The McKinnell House Resident Coordinator monitors the activities of the residents in the shelter; maintains security and safety of all residents in the shelter; and may provide para-professional counseling services to homeless families to assist in transitioning from homelessness to independent living.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalency, two years of experience working with homeless populations, preferably in a residential or shelter establishment
Knowledge of housekeeping equipment and household cleaners
Ability to operate general office equipment including computers
Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality requirements in the workplace
Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, and to work harmoniously with clients, visitors, officers, and other personnel
Current CPR and first aid certification; acceptable criminal history records
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees facilities ensuring that safety precautions are observed at all times; rotates facility security checks regularly with other staff members on assigned shifts
Answers incoming calls; maintains communication logs
Reinforces policies/expectations for clients living in the program’s community environment; communicates to parents child supervision expectations; provides parenting education and support; enforces Child Safety Program policies
Completes and maintains facility incident reports, as directed
Remains available to assist clients with questions and requests, and provides feedback to clinical staff on client progress plans
Promotes self sufficiency of residents by assisting clients with job searches as requested; oversees clients in accomplishing house duties, provides necessary supplies, and checks that tasks have been completed
Maintains competency by attending meetings, trainings, and classes as required
Conducts preliminary intakes during the evening, night, and weekend shifts, as directed
Performs other related duties as assigned
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a heated and ventilated institution setting. Noise level is low. Exposure to extreme temperatures is not a requirement of this position. The use of personal protective equipment may be required in accordance with the Hazard Communication Plan.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to speak, sit, walk, stand, bend, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent basis; to grasp, reach, handle, finger, push or pull objects
Hearing and vision acuity at or corrected to within normal levels
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs., or more with assistance
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in daylight, darkness, or in inclement weather conditions
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.
Qualifications
Education
Required
- High School or Equivalent or better
Experience
Required
- 2 years: Working with homeless populations, preferably in a residential or shelter establishment
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)