Food Bank Worker

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 world-wide 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 values-based 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:
The Food bank Worker provides support to the food bank program provided by Lindsay Community Ministries

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Food Bank

• Aid with processing unloading documenting and sorting donations of food for the Food Bank program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution.
• Maintain food bank stock cleanliness tidiness and organization of food bank area if needed assist with food drives.
• Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.
• Receive phone calls for food bank intake.
• Record statistical data in a clear organized and accurate manner.

Health and Safety

• Adherence to all health and safety standards.
• Assist with ensuring that the Food Bank is maintained in regard to organization appearance maintenance and general cleanliness and safety as recommended by Public Health etc.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures.

Perform other related duties as required in collaboration with Community Ministries Coordinator.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary full-time position based on 30 hours per week.
• Flexibility in scheduling is required.
• Ability to lift/move more than 25 lbs. and this job requires reaching bending and stooping frequently; working in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
• Your supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
• Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification when dealing with clients.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:

• Is between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
• Is a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
• *International students are not eligible participants. International students include anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Self-motivated/disciplined.
• Lead by example by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible.
• Ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Attention to detail problem solving and analytical skills.
• Exhibit good listening skills have strong oral/written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills integrity and adaptability.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility
• Ability 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) and provide an original copy of a Background Check.
• Ability and 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.

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.