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Position Title: Culinary Intern

Reports To: Food Services Coordinator

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position works in coordination with the Kitchen Manager, Cooks and Food Service Assistants to ensure that each meal is served safely and timely.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Assist in the preparation and delivery of meals
Assist in utilizing donated foods
Assist in unloading donations and bought food
Assist in developing meal plans to use donated food
Assist in developing ways to utilize more volunteers in the food service department
Assist in ordering and menu development
Develop a menu calendar for the Harbor Light
Develop new dishes that can be repeated by other staff in the kitchen

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be Serv Safe certified.
Ability to work with volunteers and staff.
Understanding of the delivery of food services in relation to the above fields of knowledge
Ability to work well with clients of diverse cultural and socioeconomic groups; respects confidentiality; able to work within ethical and legal parameters of social services
Willingness to work in an environment with a flexible work schedule and in a team environment
Willingness to support the philosophy, goal, mission, and objectives of The Salvation Army
Must pass the background checks.
Must complete the Safe from Harm course within 90 days of the date of hire.

Position Title: Operations and Security Intern

Reports To: Operations Director

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position is responsible for working with Operations to develop procedures that enhance the security of the facility. This position will assist in inputting data and finding ways to sort and utilize the data to create a safer environment. This position will work along side security in the day to day operations of the Harbor Light Center.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Assist data entry and data collection
Work within the community to develop alliances with other agencies and corporations
Monitor front desk and assist with keying people upstairs.
Perform various driving duties including helping residents moving in and out
Help maintain organization and filing
Assist with training classes in our Basics Of Life Training program including computer literacy
Assist in the oversight of incoming calls
Develop preventive maintenance schedules

QUALIFICATIONS

Obtaining an education in a human services or related field
Obtaining experience and knowledge in the fields of HIV/AIDS, Mental Health, Chemical Addiction and Homelessness required
Ability to work well with clients of diverse cultural and socioeconomic groups; respects confidentiality; able to work within ethical and legal parameters of social services
Willingness to work in an environment with a flexible work schedule and in a team environment
Willingness to support the philosophy, goal, mission, and objectives of The Salvation Army
Must pass the background checks.
Must complete the Safe from Harm course within 90 days of the date of hire.

Position Title: Social Services Intern

Reports To: Case Manager

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining working relationships with the residents of Harbor Light Center by working with existing Advocates and Case Managers and implementing a case plan, establishing goals and evaluation of services provided, and by providing direct services to residents in a professional manner.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Work with advocates and case managers to gain an understanding about homelessness.
Float with advocates to work on the following to learn how and then actively participate.
- Intake
- Counseling
- Client education
- Assessment
- Treatment planning
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
Keep reports and records while working with clients
Consult with other professionals in regard to client treatment services
Assist transitional housing clients with case plans for schooling
Help teach classes in Basics of Life training program including; Recovery class, Computer literacy, and Business class.
Develop a method to measure outcomes for social service programs including criteria and follow-up.

QUALIFICATIONS

Obtaining an education in a human services or related field
Obtaining experience and knowledge in the fields of HIV/AIDS, Mental Health, Chemical Addiction and Homelessness required
Understanding of the delivery of Social Services and Eligible benefits in relation to the above fields of knowledge
Ability to work well with clients of diverse cultural and socioeconomic groups; respects confidentiality; able to work within ethical and legal parameters of social services
Willingness to work in an environment with a flexible work schedule and in a team environment
Willingness to support the philosophy, goal, mission, and objectives of The Salvation Army
Must pass the background checks.
Must complete the Safe from Harm course within 90 days of the date of hire.

Position Title: Volunteer Coordinating Intern

Reports To: Business Administrator

SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining working relationships with administrative staff of the Harbor Light Center to enhance the work being done with community and corporate volunteers.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Design job descriptions & Job Classifications for volunteers
Plays games w/ clients
Organize a picnic for clients
Look for volunteer opportunities that would enhance the lives of residents
Determine guidelines to structure volunteer opportunities
Advisory Council
- Structure developing a plan to maintain and enhance the council
- Organize data for the Advisory Council

QUALIFICATIONS

Obtaining an education in a human services or related field
Obtaining experience and knowledge in the fields of HIV/AIDS, Mental Health, Chemical Addiction and Homelessness required
Ability to work well with clients of diverse cultural and socioeconomic groups; respects confidentiality; able to work within ethical and legal parameters of social services
Willingness to work in an environment with a flexible work schedule and in a team environment
Willingness to support the philosophy, goal, mission, and objectives of The Salvation Army
Must pass the background checks.
Must complete the Safe from Harm course within 90 days of the date of hire.