Description
Boundless Vancouver Community Ministries organizes both the collection and distribution of toys and Christmas hampers. The Christmas Operations Associate works directly with individuals and families (our neighbours) who are the recipients of toys and Christmas hampers. The Christmas Operations Associate creates an invitational space that honours our neighbours by providing administration and coordination of the registration, processing, sorting, and distribution.
Hours:
- Contract: Nov. 22, 2021 to Dec. 24, 2021
- Monday to Friday
- 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluate and process applications for our Christmas program according to registration criteria
- Record all essential information into The Salvation Army database (Link2Feed)
- Assist with front desk operations when needed
- Assist in the maintenance of files as directed
- Demonstrate empathy and concern for families/neighbours with respect and tact
- Be able to work in a busy environment in a team setting with a calm and positive attitude
- Ability to understand and be sensitive to cultural differences
- Maintains confidentiality and keeps accurate files and statistical records
- Assists in the organization, set-up, maintenance, and general cleanliness of the facility and/or Toy Shop & Warehouse
- Good public appearance and demeanor
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Perform other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Education (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable)
Experience:
- Up to three (3) months of prior related experience, including experience working with multi-barriered neighbours
Required Skills/Knowledge:
- Possess proficient computer skills and familiarity with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
- Demonstrate empathy and concern for families/neighbours with respect and tact
- Show resilience and appropriate assertiveness when dealing with difficult people
- Be able to work in a busy team environment with a calm and positive attitude
- Be able to lift up to 30 lbs
PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:
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 Prevention Training and required Health and Safety training
- Due to the funding requirements of Canada Summer Jobs, the successful candidate must be:
- between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
- 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; and,
- have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
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.
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.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
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