The Salvation Army
Work wellbeing score is 74 out of 100
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The Salvation Army Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

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Work wellbeing score is Above average, 74 out of 100

Happiness

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Above average

Purpose

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Above average

Stress-free

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Above average

Satisfaction

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Above average

About the company

  • CEO
    Brian Peddle
    76%
    approve of Brian Peddle's performance
  • Founded
    1865
  • Company size
    5,001 to 10,000
  • Revenue
    $500M to $1B (USD)
  • Industry
    Nonprofit & NGO
  • Headquarters
    101 Queen Victoria Stree,...
  • Link
    The Salvation Army website

The Salvation Army is a worldwide Christian church and registered charity, which has been fighting against social inequality and transforming lives for over 150 years.

The Salvation Army expresses its faith through charitable action by working at the heart of communities across the UK and the Republic of Ireland. We have 750 community churches and social centres where we offer friendship, practical help and support to some of the most disadvantaged people in our communities.

Motivated by our C...

The Salvation Army is a worldwide Christian church and registered charity, which has been fighting against social inequality and transforming lives for over 150 years.

The Salvation Army expresses its faith through charitable action by working at the heart of communities across the UK and the Republic of Ireland. We have 750 community churches and social centres where we offer friendship, practical help and support to some of the most disadvantaged people in our communities.

Motivated by our Christian faith we offer practical support and services to all who need them, regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender or sexual orientation. Our work includes:

◾Homelessness

◾Modern slavery

◾Poverty

◾Addiction

◾Influencing social policy

◾Older people

◾Community - debt advice, unemployment, isolation

Across the UK and the Republic of Ireland, we:

◾Provide over 3,000 places every night in 82 lifehouses

◾Helped 1,208 people through our Employment Plus service

◾Supported 2,267 victims referred to our modern slavery services

◾Brought together 5,690 people at our lunch clubs

The United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland is part of the wider international Salvation Army, which changes lives in 131 countries around the world.

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Salaries

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Popular Roles

Case Manager
$21.36 per hour
Philanthropy Manager
$21.21 per hour
Retail Sales Associate
$13.69 per hour

Community & Social Service

Direct Support Professional
$16.98 per hour
Case Worker
$16.38 per hour
Camp Counselor
$14.15 per hour

Retail

Store Clerk
$12.17 per hour
Store Manager
$17.22 per hour
Assistant Store Manager
$15.05 per hour

Administrative Assistance

Administrative Assistant
$19.47 per hour
Program Assistant
$16.66 per hour
Service Coordinator
$19.27 per hour
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Benefits

Employees at The Salvation Army have reported receiving these benefits. They will vary by role and location.

Paid time off
Health insurance
Life insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee discount
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible schedule
Employee assistance program
Loan forgiveness
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Rating overview

Rating is calculated based on 15.9K reviews and is evolving.

3.72 out of 5 stars.20193.62 out of 5 stars.20203.28 out of 5 stars.20213.39 out of 5 stars.20223.39 out of 5 stars.2023

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Reviews

Case Manager in Potomac, MD
on October 19, 2021
Great mission
The Salvation Army mission is to meet human needs without discrimination and that is what we do! I love the interaction with the community yet pay is low but expected in non-profit work.
Merchandise Associate in Tempe, AZ
on September 22, 2023
Adventurous
What is the best part of working at the company?Everything people and leaders or managers. Good hours and understandable bosses descent pay being helpful to others.What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Nothing I had a blast and was excitingly extraordinary days.What is the work environment and culture like at the company?Good to work for the company in command of hel...
Pastor in New York, NY
on September 22, 2023
It was very rewarding.
What is the best part of working at the company?People in this work and how great the pay is What is the most stressful part about working at the company?I would have to say how people react to youWhat is the work environment and culture like at the company?Pastor, resident advisor and filingWhat is a typical day like for you at the company?It would be where ever they need me in the job
Lead Youth Advocate in Portland, OR
on September 22, 2023
Interesting and great team
I worked at the now-defunct Salvation Army Greenhouse in Portland, Oregon from 1998-2000. It was an overnight youth shelter for unhoused teens and young adults.Mainly worked as an advocate for 12-21 year old runaways and was encouraged to be proactive and creative in different programs. Held annual prom event and worked to help with various issuesfrom housing to employment and addiction recovery...
Food Pantry Coordinator in 231 sunrise Ave. Honesdale, PA 18431
on September 21, 2023
Good Team
Management is awesome, caring and loving. Very family, orientated place. Laid-back environment. Pay is not great but the jobs has other priceless perks.
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  • Sales Associate3.5 out of 5 stars.
  • Cashier3.6 out of 5 stars.
  • Customer Service Representative3.7 out of 5 stars.
  • Monitor3.6 out of 5 stars.
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