The Salvation Army B.C. Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries Published September 23, 2020 Location Vancouver, Canada Job Type Full-time (Contract) Category British Columbia Salary $18.75/hr Interested applicants must respond in writing to office@boundlessvancouver.ca Closing date October 15, 2020 Street Address 3213 Fraser St Description HOURS: Contract: Oct. 26th, 2020 to Dec. 24, 2020, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Responsibilities Position Purpose Summary: Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries organizes The Salvation Army Boundless Vancouver Christmas Toy Shop for children and families. The Christmas Volunteer & Donation Coordinator works with our Boundless Vancouver team to organize our volunteers and coordinate donations for The Christmas Toy Shop and the Christmas Luncheon. BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Volunteer Coordination: Works in conjunction with and in support of The Christmas Toy Shop by identifying and promoting volunteer opportunities Recruit, screen, register & orient appropriate volunteers to fill positions Process necessary paperwork, including Criminal Record Checks and volunteer agreement packages Deploy volunteers to positions relevant to their interests and skills Help orientate and supervise volunteers while they are deployed to their positions Keep thorough records of volunteer information and hours of service for statistical purposes Donation Coordination: Work in conjunction with and in support of the Christmas campaigns, identifying the financial and in-kind donation needs for Christmas distribution Solicit financial and in-kind donations and correspond in a timely manner with individuals and corporate donors in the community; organize toy drives with companies and organizations in the community Coordinate drop-off and pick up schedule with donors and driver(s) Help coordinate with divisional Public Relations team for the Toy Mountain event Relay donated items to the appropriate personnel for proper storage and distribution Keep thorough records of donor information and donated items/amounts & maintain a positive relationship with our donors Perform other duties as assigned   Qualifications Education/Certifications: Post-secondary education and work experience in fund-raising, donor relations, public relations Experience: One (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience, including experience working in customer service related fields Required Skills/Knowledge: Excellent organizational skills Superior relationship building skills and the ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a confident, collaborative and professional manner Proven ability to multitask Be able to work independently; demonstrated self-starter and team player Excellent verbal communication skills in person and on the phone Excellent written communication skills Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Ability to learn new software quickly and teach others Be able to lift up to 30 lbs   PREFERRED SKILLS/capabilities: Valid BC Driver’s License Background check consent A clear vulnerable sector screening A clean drivers’ abstract Completion of online Armatus Abuse Prevention Training and required Health and Safety training

Overnight Worker – Perm Full-time – Sudbury Cedar Place

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Published
April 21, 2021

Location
Sudbury, ON

Job Type
Full-time  

Competition #
N/A

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Sudbury Cedar Place

Salary Range:
$15.53 per hour+ .50 Shift Premium as per the Collective Agreement

Address:
261 Cedar Street

Posting Expires:
May 1, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Contact: Cindy Bertolo Email: [email protected] Fax: 705-586-3294 Mailing Address: Sudbury Cedar Place, 261 Cedar Street, Sudbury, ON P3B1M8 Attention: C. Bertolo or A. Grant Please, no phone calls.

Description

This is a permanent, full-time position based on 32 hours per week on a rotating overnight 2-week schedule. Benefits available after probationary period as per the Collective Agreement.  Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break.   The operational hours of this facility are 24/7. This is a unionized position.

Shifts:

Week One:  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday – 12:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Week Two: Saturday, Sunday, Thursday, Friday – 12:30 a.m. to 08:30 a.m.

Permanent full-time employment with The Salvation Army (25+ hours per week) will provide you with a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes: vacation time, sick days, employer matching RRSP contributions, Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, Christmas Grants and Employee and Family Assistance Program [EFAP] benefits.

Watch/read inspiring stories from some of those who have been helped through The Salvation Army’s programs:

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Interested applicants must respond in writing with a cover letter and resume.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent, exercising considerable initiative, carries out the duties of the position, with minimal direction and day-to-day supervision.

  • Record and report activities, behaviours, and any incidents, which occur during the overnight, shift; reports concerns promptly to on call personnel as needed.
  • Conduct nightly check of grounds, facility and resident beds at start/end of shift and maintain records in the logbook.
  • Ensure all doors and windows are locked and secure. Answers door (via intercom) and telephone during shift.
  • Provide emotional support and/or crisis intervention for residents/clients as required; Provide clerical support for day and afternoon shifts (filing, data input, etc.)
  • Provide referrals as necessary and appropriate depending on time consistency, rules and policies with all clients equally.
  • Quietly perform any new nighttime intakes, backdating, and inputting into HIFIS.
  • Enter statistics for referrals, turn away, goods and services nightly and check off in log and item list.
  • Clean and organize kitchen; sanitize / remove trash as required; tidy dining room.
  • Prepare meal for following day dinner; prepare food accordingly; ensure kitchen well stocked: fruit, dairy available for breakfast
  • Pack food baskets for Monday and Thursday delivery days if any clients in mote.
  • As required and applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures, to management.
  • Adhere to standards that are consistent with the values and philosophy of The Salvation Army Women & Family Shelter
  • Participate fully and constructively in staff meetings and in-service training.
  • Engage in formal evaluation sessions and supervision at 3 months and once yearly thereafter
  • Read and follow the Policy & Procedures Manual and the Employee Handbook. Every employee must read and sign that they have read, a copy of the Policies and procedures and understand that they will be required to adhere to all guidelines in their dealings with Residents and Clients, as well as with Staff and Administration.
  • Become familiar with the provisions of the Position Description and Operational Manual, which will be provided for the position.
  • Perform other position related duties as assigned
  • NOTE: Not all incumbents perform all of the duties described above but perform a similar range of duties.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Completion of a Community College Diploma in Social Work, Addictions, Counseling or related field(s).
  • More than three months but less than one year of prior related experience an asset
  • Basic computer and clerical skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to work unsupervised and function as a team member.
  • Current Certification in First Aid/CPR/NVCI
  • Provide an original copy of a Criminal Police Investigation Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
  • Must be able to confirm and maintain registration through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.
  • Safe Food Handlers Certification (will assist to obtain)
  • Support for and an understanding of the Mission and Purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada.

NOTE: Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Bilingualism considered to be an asset

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