Money Management Program Lead - #381982

Description

The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.

Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Core Values The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:

Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.

Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.

Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Position Purpose Summary

The Money Management Program Lead will provide casework within the budget management program in accordance with contract obligations, policies and procedures, The Salvation Army’s mission, values, and standards.

This is a permanent part time job at 24 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Casework
• Managing an assigned caseload; Complete client intakes / discharges and establish and maintain productive communication with clients and maintain case files to include all required supporting documentation related to each client.
• In cooperation with the client prepare a monthly budget plan to assist them with setting financial goals, development milestones, ensure their income assistance benefits are disbursed in a way that best meets their basic needs. Work with client to help them achieve their maximum possible level of independence.
• Conduct Individual sessions with clients, keeping records as to the nature of each session including discussion with Social Workers.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and current file records including income and expenses as well as funds issued, in an organized fashion.
• Prepare necessary forms for clients – OAP, CPP Benefits, etc.
• Participate in the cheque distribution and preparation for bills, expenses, personal allotments
• Maintain the client management database with all required information
• Prepare and facilitate relevant Budget management seminars or group education opportunities for clients
• Assist clients when needed with finding accommodations, food, mediate with creditors or other assistance as it relates to the strong financial health of the clients
• Participate in department staff meetings and strategic planning to ensure programming and goals reflect clients’ needs as these may evolve or change
• Upholds the mission and values of The Salvation Army in all aspect of required tasks
• Administration
• Monitor and maintain client expenditures ensuring strong internal control practices
• Maintenance and controls for all current / past client records
• Prepare Cheques, Food Vouchers, and EFT Payments as required
• Assist with administrative duties, including but not limited to; answering phones, greeting clients, payables and receivables and data management
• Track statistical information as required
• Order correct cheques on a continual basis from THQ for clients / vendors as required.
• Provide yearly reports for residents of Moose Jaw housing.
• Provide 6-month review to Social Services (Financial Management Account Report)
• Maintain Rental Housing status – Quarterly reports.
• Supervisory Responsibilities
• Ensure high quality of service is being provided to clients
• Oversee the delivery of services to clients in Moose Jaw
• Program reporting / stats / billing
• Training and support to caseworkers
• Troubleshoot service delivery and program challenges
• Other Duties as assigned.
  
  

Education/Certifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of a formal post-secondary/college program of two academic years
• A combination of experience and education deemed equivalent may be considered
  
  

Experience

• Two years but less than three years of related experience
• Previous experience in social services/mental health setting
• Have experience with program facilitation, administrative duties, and program development
• Experience performing administrative tasks
• Experience with community development considered an asset
• Current First Aid/CPR
• Valid Criminal Record and Vulnerable Services Check
• Driver’s License and Clean Driver’s Abstract
  
  

Preferred Skills/Capabilities

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Display competence in developing and maintaining appropriate client relationships and interagency relations
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
• A team player; ability to work in a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgmental manner
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and video conferencing applications (i.e. Microsoft Teams and Zoom)
• Ability to enter data and perform statistical analysis efficiently and accurately
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when required providing necessary information and documentation, if necessary
• Detail oriented skills and ability to juggle multiple cases
• High standards of integrity, judgment and confidentiality and an ability to model the values and standards of The Salvation Army
• Ability to deal effectively with the public, government, business leaders and professionals
• Strong commitment to and ability to clearly articulate the mission statement, values and beliefs of The Salvation Army
  
  

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent
• Vulnerable Sector check consent
• Education verification
  
  

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your supervisor of your intentions as soon as you know your application is being considered- normally at the stage where you are being interviewed.