Christmas Support Worker – Temporary FT – Stratford/St.Mary’s

The Christmas Support Worker provides support to the Stratford/St. Mary’s Community and Family Services during the Christmas season on a temporary basis.

• Assist with processing, unloading, documenting, and sorting donations of toys and food for the Christmas program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution.
• Assist with pick-ups of food and toy donations from community donors using program vehicle.
• Assist with set up and take down of toy and food Christmas hamper distribution centre; assist with sorting toy donations.
• Record statistical data in a clear, organized and accurate manner.
• Assist with the distribution of Christmas Hampers.
• Assist with the processing of monetary donations.
• Assist in the Kettle campaign where needed.
• Assist in the daily activities of Community and Family Services during the Christmas Season.
• Perform other position related duties as required.

• This is a temporary full-time position based on 35 hours per week beginning Monday, November 15 – Friday, January, 14, 2022
• Flexibility in scheduling is required.
• The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
• Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Travel is associated with this position. Required to use a program vehicle.
• Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification.

Normal hours of work – Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and includes a 1-hour un-paid meal break.

Normal location of work is at:  230 Lightbourne Avenue, Stratford, ON N4Z 1J6

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.  If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

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

For internal candidates, you must advise your managing supervisor

of your intentions prior to submitting your application.

• Completed Secondary School.

• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, a current copy of driver’s abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

• Must provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.  The screening is secured either through the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment

• May require screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset
• Proficient in working in a computerized environment; must demonstrate strong skills using Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Power Point
• Volunteer management skills.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy work environment.
• Good organization, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and disciplined.

• Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.

• Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
• Participate in mandatory orientation training, on-going professional development and training.
• Participate in regular supervision.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

• Represent the organization in a positive, professional and engaging manner.
• Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures and associated legislation.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.

• Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.