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

Driver/Warehouse Worker – TempFT – Hamilton CFS

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Published
September 7, 2021

Location
Hamilton, ON

Job Type
Full-time (Contract)  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Hamilton-Dundas Community & Family Services

Salary Range:
$17.00 per hour

Address:
Email: [email protected] Attention: Shirley Molloy — Executive Director Fax: 905-540-4445 Mailing Address: 80 Bay St. N Hamilton, ON L8R 3N3 Attention: Shirley Molloy, Executive Director Please, no phone calls.

Posting Expires:
September 22, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Email: [email protected] Attention: Shirley Molloy — Executive Director Fax: 905-540-4445 Mailing Address: 80 Bay St. N Hamilton, ON L8R 3N3 Attention: Shirley Molloy, Executive Director Please, no phone calls.

Description

The primary accountability for the Driver/Warehouse worker is to provide a service of pick-ups from donors to The Salvation Army Community & Family Services and to assist in providing a clean, well-stocked and well organized warehouse area in conjunction with the Warehouse Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative

  • To complete all job-related duties in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of The Salvation Army Hamilton Community & Family Services
  • As required and as applicable, make suggestions that will improve efficiency, working conditions or procedures to the Warehouse Supervisor
  • Provide support to community projects and events as requested by Community & Family Services Program Director

Warehouse

  • In coordination with the Warehouse Supervisor:
  • Ensure the warehouse and all Community Services/Food Bank storage areas are organized, clean and safe at all times
  • Maintain adequate inventory, reporting any surplus or deficiency to the Warehouse Supervisor
  • Ensure all products are handled, stored and used appropriately, ensuring older product is used first
  • In absence of Warehouse Supervisor:
  • Monitor freezer and refrigerator daily, record temperatures and report any concerns to the Community & Family Services Warehouse Supervisor
  • Coordinate unloading of incoming product; report any damaged goods on arrival at Ministry Unit
  • Provide regular updates to the Warehouse Supervisor or designate regarding warehouse activities
  • Provide regular updates to the Community & Family Services workers regarding new or excess items to be distributed through the food bank
  • In coordination with the Volunteer Coordinator, ensure warehouse volunteers, adhere to health and safety rules and protocols

Pick-ups/Deliveries

  • Coordinate pick-up schedule with the Warehouse Supervisor
  • Ensure the safe and careful handling of deliveries, pick-ups, donations and funds while protecting property, including donations and vehicles
  • Provide customers and donors with courteous and diplomatic service while building and maintaining positive relationships
  • Maintain knowledge of company policies and procedure, particularly Health & Safety
  • Load and unload goods at the warehouse and designated locations
  • Assist with the receipt, recording (documentation), movement, storage, sorting, packing and distribution of food and related products for the food bank operation

Vehicle Maintenance

  • Perform circle checks of trucks and maintain vehicles logs according to the MTO and CVOR requirements before all trips
  • Take responsibility for daily and overall safety, general maintenance, operation of the vehicles, and complete appropriate records
  • Maintain cleanliness of program vehicles
  • Monitor and report any maintenance and repairs of vehicles promptly to supervisor

Health and Safety

  • Work in compliance with the OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures
  • Responsible to use personal protective equipment and clothing as directed by the employer
  • Responsible to report workplace hazards and dangers
  • Responsible to work in a manner as required by the employer and use the prescribed safety equipment
  • Responsible to promptly report workplace injuries or illness

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Completed secondary school plus specialized courses (up to 6 months) in the relevant area
  • Valid Class G drivers license with clean driving record (Driver’s Abstract is required)
  • One (1) year prior experience driving a commercial vehicle (i.e. cube van, panel van, cube truck)
  • Forklift certification or willingness and ability to be trained to operate a forklift
  • Ability to operate pallet jack and other warehouse equipment
  • Experience in shipping and materials handling is an asset
  • Good organizational, interpersonal skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Punctual, self-motivated and disciplined
  • Be able to lift/move up to 50lbs and to stand for long periods of time
  • First Aid/CPR and NVCI training
  • Provide an original copy of a background check with vulnerable sector screening that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion. The screening is secured either through the National Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment.
  • Screening through The Salvation Army’s Internal Abuse Registry

N.B.: Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered

 

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.

 

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