Intake Coordinator

Intake Coordinator- The Salvation Army 

About the Role 

At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, your work helps turn donations into funding for programs that support people in our community. This leadership role ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and effectiveness of our rehabilitation program's intake process. You'll maintain admissions operations, coordinate outreach efforts, and provide comprehensive support to applicants, families, and community members while upholding the highest standards of our mission. 

What You’ll Do 

Program Leadership & Coordination 

• Oversee daily intake operations and admissions process 

• Supervise and support Intake Clerk 

• Maintain program integrity and best practices 

• Participate in data quality meetings with ARC Command 

• Coordinate with program staff and community partners 

Intake Management & Assessment 

• Conduct comprehensive eligibility assessments 

• Manage intake documentation and electronic records 

• Process admissions through referrals, phone calls, and walk-ins 

• Ensure compliance with program policies and procedures 

• Complete and document intake testing procedures 

Community Outreach & Statistics 

• Lead community outreach for recruitment and retention 

• Build relationships with referral agencies and stakeholders 

• Maintain current community resource listings 

• Gather and review center statistical data 

• Report daily center census and maintain accurate records 

Documentation & Compliance 

• Oversee electronic records management 

• Coordinate with external agencies (courts, probation, parole) 

• Manage medication documentation and handoffs 

• Ensure accurate statistical data entry and reporting 

• Support 24/7 intake operations 

Why Join Us 

• Mission-driven work that supports programs in your community 

• On-the-job training 

• Team-oriented environment 

• Employee Discount, Employee Assistance Program, and more! 

Location: Waukegan, IL 
Pay: $18.00-$19.00 per hour 
Job Type: Full Time 
Schedule: 7:30AM-4:00PM (including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled)

Benefits:  

Insurance & Financial

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and hearing coverage
• Prescription drug plan
• Voluntary life insurance
• Competitive pension plan
• 403(b) retirement savings plan (immediate eligibility)

Paid Time Off

• Vacation days (accrual begins after first month, eligible after 90 days)
• Personal days (eligible after 90 days)
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays (immediate eligibility)