Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 01.02.2025

Hourly Wage: $18.00

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time – Seasonal Temporary

Number of Positions: 2

Department: Coos Bay, OR. Warming Shelter

Position Title: Warming Shelter Associate

Supervisor: 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 Associate - FT

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 ext# 106. 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 Associate works to serve our homeless clients when the shelter is open. 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• 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

 Software-related 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

 Scope of Position/Essential Functions:
• Perform basic front desk duties to include, answering phones, filing, and data entry
• Distribute supplies other belongings to clients
• Maintain a strength based and client centered approach
• Always maintain a professional attitude and appearance
• Maintain supplies necessary to office operations
• Understand all policies and procedures for the center and implement them in daily work
• Accurate collection of vital statistics during intake and discharge of clients
• Ability to be comfortable working with diverse populations
• Assist bagging up personal belongings when necessary
• Ability to search belongings in a proper manner if necessary
• Oversee or perform daily operation of shelter tasks to include cleaning, laundry, and set up the kitchen for meals and serving the meals. Cleaning of the front desk area to include the staff bathroom
• Responsible to adhere to and implement policies of the 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.