Description
Help coordinate and facilitate Community and Family Services programs.
HOURS:
- Flexibility in hours is expected & work may include evenings and weekends.
- 8 weeks, 2 positions available.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Willingness & ability to work within the mission, vision & values of The Salvation Army and Ridge Meadows Ministries
- Support, where and when possible, the efforts of all residents and co-workers
- Use a client-centered approach by consistently demonstrating compassion, respect and empathy in the administration of policies and procedures Coordinate transportation and luggage for camp participants
- Coordinate packing and distributing over 200 backpacks with school supplies
- Conduct initial intake assessments determining immediate needs and supports needed by the client
- Attend Public Relations events as requested
- Give support as requested for regular programs and services
- Organize and restock supplies
- Assist in administrative tasks such as reception, recording statistics, compiling reports
The above is a general overview of responsibilities. A complete job description is available upon request.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Certifications:
- Computer and word processing ability
- Possess valid Food Safe, CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis certification or willingness to obtain
Required Skills/Knowledge:
- Strong service ethic and a friendly disposition with the public with effective communication skills.
- Adaptability to change and frequent interruptions.
- Team oriented and able to take initiative with the ability to work with minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Agreeable to a flexible, non-routine schedule.
- High standards of integrity and confidentiality.
PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:
- A current valid BC driver’s license and clean driving record.
Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
- Background check consent.
- A clear vulnerable sector screening.
- Clean drivers abstract.
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.
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