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 Services Worker provides support to Admin and Food Bank

Key Responsibilities

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Food Bank

• Assist with conducting intake services, client assessment to determine immediate needs and supports required by the client.
• Assist other food bank staff with pick-ups of food donations from community donors.
• Aid with processing, unloading, documenting, sorting, reorganizing, and re-stocking food for the Family Services program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution.
• Maintain food bank stock, cleanliness, tidiness, and organization of food bank area; assist with food drives as needed.
• Arrange for the proper disposal of items received but not usable in the food bank.
• Work with volunteers as assigned.

Administration

• Maintain written records, logs of activities, including activity reports and statistical information.
• Maintain accurate records of client information in Link2Feed and on The Salvation Army’s computer system while maintaining confidentiality.
• Follow direction on the compliance and adherence to Operating Policies and Procedures (e.g., gift cards, vouchers, etc.).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary full-time position based on 35 hours per week for 8 weeks.
• The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
• 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 office, food bank in generally agreeable conditions.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit as required a Police Record Check (vulnerable sector check) that is acceptable to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion.
• This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must meet program eligibility requirements, including age and legal status criteria.

Qualifications and Education requirements

• Enrolled in Post Secondary Community College or University program

Experience and Skilled Knowledge

• Knowledge of barriers confronted by people who are disenfranchised, including, but not limited to people living in poverty, with mental health concerns, addictions and/or experiencing homelessness is an asset.
• Knowledge of community-based resources and experience networking with community based agencies is an asset.

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,