Community and Family Services Coordinator
Community and Family Services Coordinator
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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 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:
Community and Family Services support work is focused on supporting promoting and enhancing well-being of individuals and families as well as assisting immediate needs of clients donors and visitors through emergency client assistance Food Bank community feeding programs community referrals seasonal programs (including Income Tax Backpacks Summer Camps and Christmas) and other programs that are developed to meet the needs of clients and the community.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The incumbent may perform all some or similar range of duties.
- Seasonal Projects such as Kettles Community Food Forest Annual Kick Off.
- Work in a team setting supporting various tasks and activities.
- Provide general assistance during public relations events and regular campaigns.
- Maintain strict confidentially of all matters pertaining to the program participants.
- Adhere to policies and procedures relating to the programs.
- May chaperon the students as the driver does drop offs and picks ups of the students for various programs.
- May assist with different basic administrative tasks photocopy activities greeting visitors supporting reception forwarding visitors etc. as required.
- May keep a log of different activities.
- Assists in the organization Maintenance: and general cleanliness of the lessons area.
- Assist with the MU/facility general clean up and set up for different activities.
- Provide general information to visitors.
- Collaborate with Community Ministries Co-ordinator to ensure effective program delivery(e.g. caf market service workshops)
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
Clarification of Information. Conducts Routine Interactions.
Internal: MUs leadership and staff donors volunteers.
External: Clients donors general public social services organizations service clubs
MANAGERIAL/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Workflow coordinator. Provides in-scope supervision to volunteers as designated by CMC.
FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL MANAGEMENT:
- Minor material responsibility (proper use of food proper file handling etc.)
- Regular responsibility for minor financial matters and for wise use of own resources.
- May be authorized to handle cash during major campaigns.
- Little input to annual budget or revenue projections.
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.
- Some work over weekends and evenings may be required.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- May deal with upset people or challenging behaviours.
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Armys Mission Vision and Values in a professional manner upholding our code of conduct.
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 a formal post-secondary program of two academic years
- An alternative combination of education and experience may be considered.
- CPR First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.
Experience and Knowledge:
- Two years of relevant experience
- Comfortable using and maintaining a digital database
- Knowledge and skill in social media platforms and management
- Experience in event planning
Skills and Capabilities:
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in the handling of donor volunteer and organizational information
- Creative and flexible with the ability to adapt based on team program and service needs.
- Represent the organization in a positive professional and engaging manner.
- Exhibit good listening and interpersonal skills have strong oral/written communication skills.
- 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) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $19.93 to $24.91 with a maximum of $29.89.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.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
