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

Relief Residential Worker – more than required (union position)




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Published
October 26, 2021

Location
Toronto

Job Type
Casual  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Islington Seniors Shelter

Salary Range:
$21.92 per hour

Address:
2671 Islington Ave

Posting Expires:
November 15, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Krystina Damyanovich: [email protected]

Description

To work with the Residential Worker Supervisor in supporting the shelter in achieving its vision of Housing, Outcomes, Mission and Excellence (HOME) by providing outstanding, client-centered services that are aligned with The Salvations Army’s core values and Housing First principles.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Residential Workers are responsible for the day to day administration of client services to shelter clients including admitting clients, completing a comprehensive intake process including the Triage, monitoring clients in the shelter, proving appropriate supports and referrals, support shelter programming and perform some program administrative duties as well as seeing that all specific shift responsibilities are carried out.

SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Admit and discharge clients as required
  • Facilitate intake and Triage processes for clients by completing an intake interview in a private space, collecting required information to determine level of service need.
  • Provide appropriate information and resources, orient residents to hostel regulations and schedules as well as all available services during the intake process.
  • Ensure resident admission and discharge information is recorded in appropriate places
  • Assist with supervision of clients
  • Provide practical and emotional support, assistance and encouragement to clients
  • Perform all necessary clerical duties for documentation, including SMIS, Hostel Registry, Triage, logbook entries, and all other required forms
  • Make necessary internal referrals to case management department or pastoral care
  • Make necessary/appropriate external referrals to community resources to assist clients in meeting their basic needs and assist in moving towards housing and housing stability.
  • Support clients in securing identification and completing taxes and gaining income as identified on the Intake Triage.
  • Monitor the length of stay of clients and notify case management team of significant stays and/or changes in client behaviors that may require greater support.
  • Support Level 1 clients in navigating basic social service supports.
  • Sort and process resident mail on a daily basis, stamp and distribute all mail; redirect all mail for residents who are no longer at shelter
  • Report all building problems to the Assistant Director or designate.
  • Ensure all donations received after business hours are received and processed according to policy
  • Ensure that all telephone calls are dealt with professionally and appropriately
  • Support clients in following agency rules and expectations consistently
    • Address concerns that arise due to infractions of rules by clients in ways that are consistent with Toronto Hostel Standards, The Salvation Army policies and procedures with compassionate, and in a non-judgmental and client centered manner.
  • Arrange for wake-up calls for residents who request them
  • Night shifts are responsible for bed checks; to document all necessary ‘Beds Not Used’
  • Be awake during entire shift as aligned with Toronto Shelter Standards.
  • Store and properly document belongings of clients who have booked out.
  • Make regular rounds throughout building; including walking through the dormitory and bathrooms on all shifts as outlined in shift duties.
  • Maintain a clean a welcoming atmosphere
  • Assist in serving meals as required.
  • To perform all other related duties as required by management

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certifications:

  • Minimum of a 2-year college diploma in social sciences field, preferably as a social worker or social service worker
  • Certification in CPR/First Aid and Crisis Intervention, Applied Suicide Intervention training an asset
  • Valid Driver’s License

Experience:

  • Minimum one-year experience working in residential settings and/or completed practicum experience working with Toronto Housing and Homeless Supports shelter
  • Knowledge, experience understanding and compassion for working with people experiencing homelessness, addictions, mental health and trauma
  • Experience working with seniors is a valuable asset

Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • Computer and clerical skills
  • Fluent in written and spoken English. A second language is an asset
  • Ability to function as a team member
  • Possess excellent problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work within the mandate of and embrace the mission of The Salvation Army, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct

Successful candidate will be required to provide upon hiring:

  • A clear vulnerable sector screening
  • A clean drivers abstract
  • Participate in our online Armatus Abuse Training and Health and Safety training required upon hiring, as well as updated annually

HOURS: 40 hours per week

 

 

 

OPSEU represented employees at the Islington Seniors Shelter have priority over all other applicants

 

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.

Internal Applicants, must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.

 

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