Job TitleThe 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, to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.This position follows Policies and Procedures for The Way Out Center Bridge Housing Program under the direction of the Lead Program Attendant, Assistant Program Manager and/or Program Manager. The Program Attendant provides support, direction, and supervision of Guests of The Way Out Center Bridge Housing Program.
The Program Attendant works with individuals who are struggling with issues related to homelessness, mental health, addiction and/or chronic illness. The Program Attendant is responsible for demonstrating and inspiring hope, trust and a positive outlook. They will cultivate connections with a broad range of community-based service and support. The Program Attendant will work as a team member to provide safe, stable, temporary housing with supportive services to the guests of the Bridge Housing Program. The Program Attendant may have contact with public or office environments that may risk exposure to irrational/hostile behavior, typical/extreme weather conditions, contagious parasites/diseases or contact with domestic animals.Knowledge of Social Services, Local Resources and Referrals as appropriatePossess general computer and keyboarding skillsKnowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), recordkeeping systems or willing to learnEffective verbal and written communicationDemonstrate effective personal and situational awarenessFlexible, relatable and reliable; Manage time effectivelySelf-motivated and work with minimum supervisionBe an active listener by asking questions and reflecting what is saidMaintain healthy boundaries with guests and fellow staff membersMake decisions based on Established Policies and Procedures ManualRepresent The Salvation Army and respect and work within its Christian tenetsMeal Service: Set-up, Serving and Clean-upSupervise guests and the facility to provide a safe, clean, and pleasant environmentMaintain required level of security each shiftMaintain TSA facilities for cleanliness and safety from abuse or vandalismEnsure supplies are properly stored and ready for the next Program attendant or guestComplete documentation and data entry tasks on assigned shifts without delayAnswer and direct calls to appropriate employee or guestSchedule/provide guest transportation to/from appointments, meetings, employment as requiredMaintain the lobby area and bulletin boardsSuccessfully participate in TSA Spokane's Employee Development trainingAssist with Seasonal/Special events as assignedOther duties as assignedSit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basisGrasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overheadOperate telephoneOperate a desktop or laptop computerLift up to 30 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionallyAccess and produce information from a computerUnderstand written informationSweep, clean, shovel snow, operate snow blower; perform janitorial tasks as neededA generous benefits package is included with full-time positions: paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.Health Insurance: Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area.
Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost. Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.Life and Voluntary Options. An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees. Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.Retirement Plans: Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.Parental Leave: The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.Sick Leave: 12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months' service time.Paid Vacation: Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions.
Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions. Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months' service time.Paid Holidays: 13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per yearEqual Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Women/Veterans/People with Disabilities