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

Distribution Warehouse Supervisor


Published
October 28, 2021

Location
Vernon, BC

Job Type
Temporary  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Vernon

Address:
3303 32 Ave Vernon, BC

Posting Expires:
November 15, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Attn: Christine Burge, Email: [email protected] Please note ‘Distribution Warehouse Supervisor’ in the subject line of your email

Description

To oversee operations of the collection, processing and storage of Foodbank donations at the Warehouse location, practicing good stewardship of our donated resources.

Hours:   

  • Full-Time – temporary  – 40 hours per week – November to January 2022; with the possibility of extension.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Monitors, participates and/or supervises production and/or distribution operations of the donation warehouse
  • Participates with management in strategizing for better collection, processing and distribution of goods to the Salvation Army locations
  • Participates in selecting volunteers with Management; supervises volunteers
  • Ensures overall compliance with all safety procedures by implementing and monitoring Health & Safety policies and procedures
  • May manage the loss prevention program in compliance with the budget; assists with preparing financial and other requested reports as required; assists in answering inquiries for receipting
  • Collects and processes goods and/or delivers to other Salvation Army locations for emergency and disaster services as assigned (i.e. supply clothing, household goods (may include food) to families as a result of a disaster – flood/fire)
  • Responsible for the warehouse fleet such as, the forklifts, and other machinery, ensuring maintenance schedules and safety protocol followed
  • Responsible for overseeing building caretaking including cleaning, maintenance, repairs in/outside and grounds maintenance; will assist others with general cleanup, snow removal, garbage and compost removal.
  • Will be responsible for receiving phone calls, receiving donations, handling public inquiries within Vernon Salvation Army’s policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Completion of High School (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable)

Experience:

  • Up to three (3) months prior experience, including life skills

Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • Heavy lifting: able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Universal precautions

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Forklift operation ticket is an asset – but we can provide training. It will be required for this position.

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

 

In support of our commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, The Salvation Army (TSA) has a vaccination requirement for all employees in Canada.  The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and will be required to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to provincial/territorial human rights legislation. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Human Rights Code, a request for accommodation can be submitted and written proof satisfactory to TSA will be required.

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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