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

Summer Youth Program Coordinator

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Published
April 30, 2021

Location
Vancouver

Job Type
Temporary  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries

Salary Range:
$20/hr

Address:
3213 Fraser St

Posting Expires:
May 7, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
[email protected]

Description

JOB PURPOSE:

During the summer, families are stressed to find supervision and meaningful activities for their children. We will support families and nurture their children in holistic programming to know the love of God.

The Summer Youth Program Coordinator is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing a summer program for children ages 7-12 years old in addition to leading the day camp staff team.

The Summer Youth Program Coordinator is required to perform their duties in a manner consistent with The Salvation Army Boundless Vancouver’s core values and to ensure neighbours’ safety and well-being. The job requires responsibility for planning, implementation and evaluation of the program provided to our neighbours.

 

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Temporary Full Time – 35 hours/wk
  • Monday – Friday, May 17th, 2021 for 16 weeks

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Organize and lead a team of day camp leaders through example, positivity and experience.
  • Plan, coordinate or lead skills workshops to camp participants (ie, programming – drama, sports, cross-cultural understanding, spiritual practices, volunteering/community service.
  • If applicable, work alongside food security programs, through interaction with families in need, for registration referrals.
  • If applicable, work with team to lead children and youth to respond to the gospel through presentation and prayer.
  • Develop relationships with families, encouraging happy and well-developed children and youth, living in peace with themselves and others.
  • Working with chaplain, provide emotional care and spiritual care to enrich their lives and allow them to reach their full potential and the welfare of the city.
  • Contribute to the annual plans for ministries with input such as written records/logs of activities, reports, and statistics for ministry evaluation.
  • Monitor expenditures to ensure conformity to budget provisions.
  • Participate in staff training and development.
  • Know and act in accordance with security procedures of The Salvation Army to ensure the safety and confidentiality of participants and information.
  • Perform other relevant duties as assigned (set up, clean up, communication)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

  • Due to the nature of Canada Summer Jobs Grant, applicants must 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, who is 30 years of age or under.
  • At least one year of post-secondary education (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable).
  • Related studies or equivalent work experience with youth
  • Full License and Clean Drivers Abstract
  • First Aid/CPR Certificate
  • Clear and current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening

Competencies:

  • Passionate for building loving relationships with youth and children inspired by the positive values of the Bible, The Salvation Army (Hope, Service, Dignity, and Stewardship), and Boundless Vancouver (relationships and transformation).
  • A demonstration of openness to and respect for spiritual disciplines and participation in community faith practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to plan, execute, and lead younger team members and participants.
  • A desire to be creative and innovative showing initiative with limited supervision.
  • Excellent administrative, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Digital skills with Google Apps, Slack, and social media are an asset.
  • Teaching skills in subjects for day camp participants is an asset.

Working Conditions

  • Both indoor and outdoor work environment.
  • Carry a cell phone.

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

The successful candidate is highly organized, an effective leader, and a go-getter with the ability to work with minimum supervision. They love energy, fun and caring for highschool and college aged students who will care for children.

 

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide

  • Background check consent
  • A clear vulnerable sector screening
  • A clean drivers’ abstract
  • Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training

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