Social Ministries Manager

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The Salvation Army’s Ray & Joan Kroc Community Center Is Hiring a Social Ministries Manager and offers an excellent benefit package to eligible employees.

• Generous paid time off annually: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time, and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan – company contributions begin after 1 year of employment.
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co‑pays, and deductibles.
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

650 Dudley Street, Dorchester, MA

40 hrs/week, Exempt

Up to $65,000 per year

The Social Ministries Manager is responsible for the development and administration of all social ministries programs, providing a continuum of care for adults, children and families within the community. Responsibilities include new program development, case management, staff/volunteer and program supervision, collaboration with other community social service providers, and monitoring of program outcomes, procedures and budget.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work required.
• Master’s degree in social work (MSW), preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in social work or the social services field.
• Direct care in a human service setting as well as supervisory/management experience.
• Knowledge of social service field/community resources.

• Bachelor’s degree in social work required.
• Master’s degree in social work (MSW), preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in social work or the social services field.
• Direct care in a human service setting as well as supervisory/management experience.
• Knowledge of social service field/community resources.
• Ability to develop budgets, reports, and maintain and monitor statistical data and fiscal records related to social services.
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability related to the principles and delivery of strengths‑based case management.
• Results oriented, with demonstrated ability to work well with people at all levels of the organization. Proven expertise in building and maintaining positive relationships with diverse individuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications and data management systems.
• Valid driver’s license and use of official vehicle may be required. Ability to travel as needed.
• Able to work extended hours if needed and during the holiday season or times of disaster.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Bi‑lingual, preferred.

• Interview clients and assess needs and resources.
• Provide emergency assistance, counseling, advocacy to clients according to needs assessed.
• Make referrals to area agencies for further services.
• Schedule appointments for clientele as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential daily records of clients including forms, files, correspondence, and statistical information.
• Recognize spiritual needs of persons which may require referral to Corps Officers.

• Assist with implementation and coordination of social ministries programs at Corps.
• Maintain inventory for feeding program and emergency food pantry, supporting Corps officers in grant and in‑kind donation development.
• Network with and cultivate collaborative relationships with key personnel at other social service agencies and community-based organizations in the corps area.
• Attend community meetings as requested by Corps Officers.

• Identify and interact with families and individuals to assess requirements, find internal and external social services programs, assess urgent needs, and listen to clients’ concerns.
• Develop a detailed plan of action to address identified root causes and needs, set goals and outcomes for clients, and find necessary resources.
• Establish and strengthen solid community collaborations with outside agencies, acting as client advocate.
• Consult with other external agencies to provide…