Job Description
Job Description
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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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
BASIC PURPOSE
The position is responsible for coordinating and implementing intake services for persons seeking shelter and housing services; and ensure data compliance for all relevant information management systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate the triage and assessment of all persons seeking shelter and housing services
- Coordinate participant intakes with program managers and specialists
- Maintain, coordinate and track waitlist of potential participants for homeless / housing services
- Facilitate intake procedures and conduct inquiry interviews
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with community agencies, government agencies and professionals for service coordination
- Coordinate internal and external program referrals
- Coordinate medical referrals in coordination with contracted managed care plans
- Participate in weekly case conference meetings
- Participate in program and agency trainings as assigned
- Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested
- Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards
- Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system
- Ensure intake procedures utilize harm reduction and housing first principles
- Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis
- Adhere to confidentiality standards
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of, and familiarity with, homeless services, office management and social services.Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional levelHigh degree of confidentialityComputer literate in Microsoft Office applications Word, Excel and Outlook preferredExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal.Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presenceHigh degree of organizational skillsApproach problem solving creativelyStrong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasksCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
High school diploma or equivalentA minimum of 2 year’s work experience in social services, medical billing or office management.Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicleMust be 21 years or olderComplete The Salvation Army vehicle course trainingPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basisAbility to grasp, push, and / or pull objectsAbility to reach overheadAbility to operate telephoneAbility to lift up to 25-40 lbs.Ability to operate a computerAbility to process written, visual, and / or verbal informationAbility to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.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 would not result in undue hardship.