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 Community Ministries Worker C - Canada Summer Youth Job assists in the organization and distribution of food bank donations and thrift store operations.
This a Fixed Term Contract Position.
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/applicant-guide/who-can-apply.htmlKindly review the eligibility criteria for the Canada Summer Jobs program using the link below before applying.
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/applicant-guide/who-can-apply.html
Canada Summer Jobs Program requirements apply. Individuals who required employer-specific work authorization (e.g., international students on study permits) are not eligible under this program. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents. This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must meet program eligibility requirements, including age and legal status criteria.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Food Bank Functions/Responsibilities:
- Consistently demonstrates empathy and concern for clients/families.
- Provides emergency food hampers to clients as directed by counselors/caseworkers or supervisor.
- May assist in the maintenance of client files and statistical records, as directed.
- Assists in the organization, maintenance, and general cleanliness of the Food Bank and/or Meal Centre, etc.
- Receives (and/or declines) and sorts/organizes non-monetary donations or purchased products following standard procedures.
- Supports the Community Meal Program
- May be responsible for ensuring safe handling of hazardous materials.
- Arranges for discarding of items that are not used as per the policy.
- May direct work of volunteers assisting in the Food Bank.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Thrift Stores Functions/Responsibilities:
- Provide positive and courteous service to customers
- Process customer transactions at the sales counter including cash and debit/credit sales ensuring accuracy and in accordance with policies and procedures
- Accurate opening and closing of store procedures when required, including POS terminals and till
- Assist in keeping the general sales floor neat & clean and assure product displays are kept full and are tidy
- Keep stock rotated as per schedule or as directed by supervisor
- Implements store layout plans to attract customers including window displays and merchandise displays; Arrange and display sales items
- Work with volunteers as assigned
- Ensure work stations for volunteers are clear and ready before they arrive
- Receives, sorts, stores and prices donations as per directions and standards
- Process donated items by unloading, sorting, packing, storing, bailing and reloading the donations
- Lifts and relocates bags and boxes to determined areas as required. Assists with heavy lifting as required
- Climbs ladders and stores seasonal product in overhead storage bins
- Separates recycling and garbage, and processes both according to the direction given, including into truck for removal
- Meets assigned daily targets; counts, weighs and record incoming and outgoing donations
- Maintains general cleanliness along with the safety and functionality of warehouse and property in accordance with all safety policies and guidelines
- Shares janitorial duties in common spaces such as washroom and kitchen
- Performs other duties as assigned
FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT : POS terminals and handling of cash at till
- Monitor departmental expenditures and liaise with auditors or funding officials.
- Regular responsibility for minor financial matters and for wise use of own resources.
- May be authorized to handle small amounts of cash.
- Minor material responsibility.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work environment is typically in an office, thrift store or sorting room.
- May require standing long hours
- Must be able to lift 30 lbs
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct .
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
Completion of high school.
- Background check consent
- A clear vulnerable sector screening
- Clean drivers abstract
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements
- Up to three (3) months of prior related experience, including, experience working with multi-barrier persons.
- The performance of the job requires a frequent number of loading/unloading trucks, handing out hampers, receiving/sorting out donated or purchased goods, and occasional computer work.
- The performance of the job requires attentive listening (empathy to clients/volunteers), and attention to occasional computer work.
- Ability to speak English and other languages.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army – its mission, culture, and values.
- Possesses a collaborative team approach with all managers, staff, and volunteers to create a working climate that is positive and mutually supportiv e.
- Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
- Excellent organizational abilities.
- Great communication and time management skills.
- Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Self-motivated, disciplined, and adaptable.
- 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 $18.25 to $22.23 with a maximum of $26.20.
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 [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
