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

Community Ministries Worker B


Published
August 9, 2021

Location
New Westminster

Job Type
Full-time  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
New West Minster

Salary Range:
$16.24-$20.30 per hour

Address:
325 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC V3L3A9

Posting Expires:
August 20, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Attention: Corneliu Sandru. E-mail: [email protected]. Please mention ‘Community Ministries Worker B’ in the subject line of your email.

Description

The purpose of the expectation on task list is to identify and clarify what management expects from the incumbent. The following expectations and tasks will be part of the annual performance appraisals; your merit increase will be based on the level of performance in each of the following areas.

Expectations may change year to year and both parties should use the annual performance appraisal to determine realistic and equitable goals and outcomes for the upcoming performance year.

HOURS:

  • 30 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Intake & Assessment

  • Conducts initial intake determining needs and support required by the client
  • Enters all information into Link 2 Feed computer program
  • Maintains confidentiality, keeps accurate client files and statistics

 Spiritual Care

  • Provides guidance and prayer with client
  • Shares the Gospel of Jesus Christ with the client
  • Shares ministry unit events, worship services, etc. with clients

Emergency Assistance

  • Distributes clothing vouchers, food hampers, for immediate need
  • Refers housing, social services, resources in the community to clients
  • Responsible for the Hamper Room: organize the room, update stock, food hamper distribution, etc

 Administration

  • Organize & registers clients for Summer Camp programs
  • Prepare laminated client cards for the food distribution program
  • WEDNESDAY ONLY enters daily food distribution list updates
  • Preparing signs for events/closures when needed
  • Vacation coverage as required
  • School Supplies / Backpack programmed
  • Interview potential recipients
  • Prepares and distributes backpacks/school supplies
  • Enters stats into Link2Feed

Christmas Bureau

  • Intake and registration of clients
  • Enters data into Link2Feed
  • The whole operation of Christmas Bureau: Intake and registration of clients, enters data into L2F, toys distribution, etc.

Income Tax Preparation

  • Assist in registering clients for appointments
  • Enters data into Link2Feed

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

*NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation.

 Education/Certifications:

  • The successful job applicant will have completed High School, plus specialized courses of up to six (6) months.
  • Current Certification in First Aid/CPR

Experience: 

  • One year but less than three years of prior related experience, including, experience working with multibarrier persons.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • Attentive listening (intake/guidance to clients), and occasional computer work.

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

  • Background check consent
  • A clear vulnerable sector screening
  • A clean driver 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.

To help us with our recruitment effort, please indicate your email/cover letter where (vacanciesincanada.ca) you saw this job posting.

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