Description POSITION TITLE: Social Ministries Manager STATUS: NON-EXEMPT DIRECT SUPERVISOR: CORPS OFFICER 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. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must: Possess a positive Christian experience and be willing and able to share it. Have an understanding and acceptance of The Salvation Army's mission, philosophy, programs, and practices. H.S. Diploma or GED required. Volunteer or work experience with a non-profit. Ability to understand and comply with The Salvation Army policies in regard to disbursement of funding Maintain client confidentiality. Knowledge of community resources and ability to represent The Salvation Army throughout the community Have the ability to plan, direct, and evaluate the work of subordinates. Have the ability to work independently or with other staff members. Collaborate and interact with other social service agencies. Have the ability to interact with a diverse client population. Have experience working with volunteers and employees in both team and supervisory roles. Demonstrate leadership ability. Have the ability to work under the restrictions of a monthly budget, as well as prepare an annual budget under the guidance of the Corps Officers. SCOPE OF POSITION: The Social Ministries Manager will oversee the daily social service programs of The Salvation Army of Yakima Valley, and make it their mission to treat each program as a ministry. This position will look for new and innovative ways to link the family services provided by The Salvation Army to the current ministries provided. They will also develop new ministry opportunities through the social service programs, providing opportunities for volunteers and church members to serve the communities of Yakima County. The Social Ministries Manager will be responsible for spearheading Pathway of Hope in Yakima, supporting families in the most desperate situations with a year of counseling, coaching, and community to empower them and move them from desperation to hope and security. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administrative Duties: Schedule and conduct weekly social ministry team meetings providing meeting dates to Corp Officer. Oversee daily programs at the Family Services Office and Food Bank, supervising employees, and volunteers. Assist in training volunteers for each social ministry program. Keep open communication with Corps Officer regarding Social Ministry schedule, programs, trainings, and events. Keep and report statistics for each individual social ministry program. Manage contracts, grant reporting requirements, reimbursements, and other financial logistics of the Social Ministries Department Order food for the Food Pantry. Funding sources EFAP, FEMA. (OIC/TFAP, Moses Lake, 2nd harvest- in kind product). Ensure Social Ministry offices, meeting spaces, storage, and food warehouse, are kept clean & organized, welcoming, and safe. Report any damages or issues to Corps Officer as soon as possible. Submit payroll changes or issues to Corps Officers. Ministry Development: Ensure all programs are in line with the mission of The Salvation Army. Create partnerships with local churches and ministries, serving in The Salvation Army's social services and providing a ministry outlet for local believers. Work with Corps Officers to connect soldiers and corps members to ministry opportunities with social services. Stay up to date with current ministries offered at the corps and local churches, posting meetings and opportunities for clients (as all