Community and Family Services 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:

This position will provide general support to various services in the Community and Family Services setting for Khi Community Church.

Accountabilities:

Client Services and Programs

• As directed support pre-planned program activities for the community (food bank crafts sports games music homework stations etc.
• Work in a team setting supporting various tasks and activities
• Provide general administrative support greeting and forwarding visitors to appropriate areas supporting reception etc.
• Provide general assistance during public relations events and regular campaigns
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all matters pertaining to the program participants
• Adhere to policies and procedures relating to the programs.
• Work in compliance with the Ontario Health & Safety Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Armys health and safety policies and procedures

Perform other position related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary part-time position based on 30 hours per week
• Flexibility in scheduling is required and schedule may vary from week to week.
• This job requires reaching bending and stooping frequently working in a standing position for long periods of time.
• The working environment is typically in the food bank /warehouse in generally agreeable conditions.
• May be required to move/lift to 30 lbs.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit as required a Police Record Check that is acceptable to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion.
• This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:
• aged 15 to 30 years at the beginning of the employment period.
• be 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
• holds a valid Social Insurance Number;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.
• An ongoing condition of employment is the ability to maintain immigration status to legally remain and work in Canada which is supported by valid immigration documents.

EDUCATION EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of some high school course work is required
• CPR First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.
• Current valid Safe Food Handling Certification or willingness to obtain.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge

• The incumbent must have one year of related experience.

Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Self-motivated and disciplined.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and good judgment.
• Good computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy tact and compassion.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team with minimal supervision in a multi-faceted environment.
• Demonstrated patience and compassion to work with challenging and/or emotionally dependent individuals.
• Ability to prioritize organize and manage multiple tasks; the ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Exhibit good listening skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills integrity and adaptability.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
• Organized with attention to detail problem solving and analytical skills.
• 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 vulnerable sector check search.
• 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.