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

Shelter Housekeeper


Published
December 7, 2021

Location
Chilliwack, BC

Job Type
Casual  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Chilliwack

Address:
45746 Yale Rd

Posting Expires:
January 30, 2022

Applications Accepted By:
Attn: Warren Schatz, email: [email protected] Please list ‘Housekeeper’ in the subject line of your email

Description

The Housekeeper reports to the Shelter and Outreach Manager or designate and works in accordance with the mission and philosophy of The Salvation Army and its Policies and Procedures.  Duties and responsibilities include breakfast preparation and clean up, laundry: folding and sorting, snack preparations and clean up, organize cupboards and shelves.  The incumbent prepares the beds for the clients and assures that the bedrooms, living rooms, and kitchenette are safe, comfortable, and healthy environment to live in.

 

Hours:

  • Casual – 8 hours when called to work

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Is able to work in adherence to The Salvation Army’s Christian Mission and Values.
  • Awareness and compliance with Chilliwack Policies and Procedures.
  • Assists in the set up and clean-up of breakfast, and snacks at specific times, under the supervision of the Cook.
  • Sort, launder, fold; beddings, towels, rugs, and client’s personal laundry. Maintain the accountability of client’s individual laundry to avoid personal items being lost.  Ensure tidiness of laundry room functional space; empty machines nightly, maintain orderliness of inventory on shelving.
  • Change bed linens on scheduled times or as needed.
  • Promote a harmonious, pleasant and attractive environment.
  • Assure that shelter and laundry room inventory is complete as immediate needs arise
  • Maintain the cleanliness and functionality of the Shelter kitchenette area. Clean out fridge, stove and microwave in the kitchenette. Ensure proper storage and inventory of kitchen ware.
  • Monitors the condition and cleanliness of tenant rooms, assisting clients as needed to maintain rooms in good and clean condition.
  • Participates as a team member with other staff to ensure a safe and caring environment by performing duties such as responding to emergency issues and supporting others through methods such as sharing of knowledge and information. Perform light housekeeping duties as required to maintain health and safety standards.
  • Observes clients and their environments to ensure the safety of clients and the premises by performing duties such as reporting unsafe conditions, incidents and/or behaviours, interacting with clients including observing client behaviour, investigating disturbances, dealing with client emergencies in accordance with guidelines and reporting incidents to appropriate staff or authorities. Records observations for communication to other staff and Manager.
  • Maintains related manual or computerized records of performed duties.
  • Keep record of shelter household inventories (Linens, towels, kitchen equipment, etc.)
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education, Training and Experience:
  • Grade 12 minimum education
  • One year of prior related experience
  • Food Safe Level I
  • WHMIS
  • Crisis Intervention Skills Training an asset

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated physical/mental ability to perform the duties of the job.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
  • Demonstrated suitability to work with disadvantaged and challenging adults in a diverse environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize work.
  • Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide work direction.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and maintain client/worker boundaries.

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 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. 

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.

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

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