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.

Position Summary

Lafayette Facility Coordinator primary duty is to provide professional and individual client case management services, information, and referrals designed to assist clients in addressing the underlying causes of their homeless condition and removing barriers to independence and assisting Program Manager.

Essential Functions

Provide professional, compassionate and safe care for all residents. Respond to clients’ needs promptly, professionally, and with great courtesy. Coordinate with Maintenance, Janitor and security to meet the programs needs. Schedule all vendors for facility services. Order supplies and maintain inventory for facility. Assist Program Manager with program needs, documentation, phone calls, meetings etc. General monitoring of clients to ensure that a safe, quiet and friendly atmosphere is maintained. Complete all intake forms and records, establishing an individual resident file for new intakes. Quality Assurance- regularly and accurately audit and maintain client data in HMIS and paper file, including complete documentation of all activities, services, and outcome achieved. Enter and update all HMIS data as needed. Follow all Lafayette & TSA policies and procedures. Complete all daily logs, gather all needed signatures and give complete end-of-shift reports to the oncoming shift and to the Program Manager. Collaborate with the SPA 4 Housing Navigator to enroll clients in the CES system. Complete VISPADT/VIFSPADT and Next Step Tool with all eligible clients to ensure they are connected with the CES system. Confirm client is linked to and receiving mental health services, physical care provider, and other services as needed. Strengthening job readiness skills through on-on-one with clients. Coach clients in job search, applications, resume writing, interviewing and follow-up skills, budgeting, nutrition, life skills and anger management. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Other duties include medication monitoring and maintaining all elements of client folders with emphasis on accuracy, thoroughness, and timeliness. Monitor the facility and residents, make rounds as directed by your supervisor. Document and report unusual occurrences, incidents and injuries. Ensure that residents’ rooms are neat and clean, hallways are free of obstructions and other safety hazards. Respond promptly and appropriately to emergency situations. Assist with kitchen duties as needed, cleaning common areas daily, room turnovers, house laundry, and donations. Coordinate client transportation to all mainstream services or housing appointments. Perform other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor and/or management personnel.

Working Conditions

Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.  Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.  Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone. Ability to lift to 25 lbs. This position requires employee to be vaccinated from Covid-19 or have a religious or medical approved exemption.

Minimum Qualifications     

A. /B.S. degree in social work or related area of study. Mental health and substance abuse experience. 1 year of case management, employment preparation and placement, and/or permanent housing placement experience with the homeless population strongly preferred. Must possess a valid Class C California Driver’s License. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Must pass criminal background check in order to be eligible for employment. Attainment of at least 18 years of age. CPR/First Aid Certification. TB cleared prior to hire.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Driving Test, clean MVR. Knowledge of HMIS preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office application and ability to type 45 wpm. Ability to actively listen and take genuine interest in helping homeless individuals to address and reduce barriers to independence. Ability to obtain annual TB test and complete other required Salvation Army trainings (decision driving, PTM, etc.) Good time management and communication skills, both verbal and written. Professional telephone etiquette. Meet deadlines, work with attention to detail. Strong interpersonal skills with both clients and staff in a professional and respectful manner.