Food Bank - Community and Family Services

Who We Are

For more than 130 years The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a worldwide Christian church each year we help more than 2 million people providing necessities such as food clothing and shelter. In addition we support people experiencing unemployment addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission vision and values of hope service dignity and stewardship. As a faith and valuesbased organization we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:
To assist in collecting and processing donations in the Food Recovery Program while practicing good stewardship of donated resources. The worker will serve local agencies and businesses sort incoming products and assist in Family Services operations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The incumbent may perform all some or similar range of duties.
Clean and repackage recovered food.

Pick up and process donated resources by unloading sorting placing and loading donated items. Work with clients in food distribution.

Contribute to the safety of staff and clients (e.g. clear fire exits no obstacles inside/outside the building clean spillage and assist in maintaining facility cleanliness).

Take responsibility for accurately completing all client intake and recording into the system.

Perform other duties as assigned.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Governance Boards and Councils: None

Internal: Corps Officer staff

External: Community

MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY:

• Reports directly to: Corp Officer
• Direct reports for this position: None

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines.
• Does not process any financial transactions with no budget responsibilities.
• Moderate material responsibility: proper storage handling and usage of food and supplies.

The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Armys Mission Statement in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working environment is typically in the corps building in generally agreeable conditions and some outdoor duties.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
May deal with upset people or challenging behaviours.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures.
Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Education Qualifications and Certifications:
Completion of High School.
CPR First Aid and NonViolent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.

Experience and Knowledge:
Up to one year of related experience.

Skills and Capabilities:
Represent the organization in a positive professional and engaging manner.
Exhibit good listening and interpersonal skills have strong oral/written communication skills.
Understanding of individuals of diverse social and cultural backgrounds.
Good team player.
Good oral and writing skills.

• Heavy lifting: able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly without assistance from others.
• Valid Full Drivers License
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Good listening interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Selfmotivated and disciplined.
• Demonstrates ability to work with agencies peers staff and volunteers.
• Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion (i.e. The Salvation Army Abuse Registry vulnerable sector check).

Compensation:

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions internal equity and candidate experience skills and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.