Community Organization Worker - Program
Community Organization Worker - Program
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Job Description
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:
Job Purpose:
The Community Organization Worker will support and help facilitate a variety of community outreach programs that serve vulnerable youth adults (different ages) and seniors. This includes contributing to the development and delivery of educational cultural and wellness-based initiatives such as personal development training for youth craft-based engagement for seniors and moral values education for children. The role involves conducting research sourcing materials coordinating transportation and actively participating in the planning and implementation of group sessions. Through creativity cultural sensitivity and organizational support this position will help strengthen participants social-emotional skills and promote community connection.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The incumbent may perform all some or similar range of duties.
Third Culture Program & Personal Development Training
- Conduct research on intercultural transition and third-culture challenges faced by children and their families after relocation.
- Develop a personal/group development training program that addresses social-emotional growth self-esteem identity and resilience in youth between 12-18 years old.
- Create interactive resources group discussions and reflection activities that empower parents and children to thrive in diverse environments.
Craft Manual for Seniors
- Design a senior-friendly manual with creative and therapeutic craft projects and games or activities that promote fine motor skills memory and well-being.
Create and Connect Program Development
- Motivate clients to participate in different activities and assign them activities every Wednesday.
- Design a structured program schedule with a balance of hands-on art music and wellness activities that foster connection and self-expression.
- Support instructors or volunteers during activities and adjust content based on participant feedback and observed needs.
- Adapt games to meet different program goals such as emotional learning social inclusion or physical activity.
Children of Integrity Program Implementation
- Develop lesson plans that include moral values character-building themes and adapt the Children of Integrity curriculum for local context.
- Facilitate and support sessions with children encouraging open discussion reflection and application of values in daily life.
Other program support
- Drive students to program and assist with setting up and running activities.
- Help maintain discipline and encourage children to participate actively.
- Participate in the preparation of materials and snacks before the regular programs.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
Internal: MU leadership and staff volunteers.
External: Will have to communicate with community members.
MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports directly to the CFS Director. Direct reports: None
FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT:
- Minor material responsibilities.
- The incumbent will not be involved in receiving handling or disbursements of funds.
- The incumbent has no input into the annual budget.
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:
- The incumbents work environment is typically in an office environment.
- May be required to move/lift up to 30 pounds.
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.
- Valid Drivers License - personal vehicle not required.
Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered. Education Qualifications and Certifications:
- Completion of some high school course work is required.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Maintain and promote a positive image of The Salvation Army by providing a high caliber of services and dealing with others in a courteous and professional manner.
- Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
- Good team player.
- Organized and attentive to details.
This position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs Employment program.
To be eligible candidates must:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age 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
- 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.
- Able to provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion is required.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $15.65 to $16.90 with a maximum of $20.28.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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
