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

Temporary Full Time Kettles Support Worker – more than 1 required ending December 24, 2021


Published
October 13, 2021

Location
Ottawa, ON

Job Type
Seasonal  

Competition #
50/21

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Ottawa Booth Centre

Salary Range:
$20.00 per hour

Address:
171 George Street

Posting Expires:
October 20, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Human Relations Department: [email protected], Fax: 613 241-2818

Description

The Kettle Support Worker assists the Kettle Supervisor in ensuring Ottawa Booth Centre achieves its objectives for the annual Christmas Kettle Campaign.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure kettle drivers are prepped on a daily basis for their routes
  • Ensure kettle operations are next day ready by end of daily shift
  • Ensures all COVID protocols are followed and adhered to
  • Ensure donations are received, stored and secured as per operating policy
  • Ensure kettle worker and driver hours are accurately entered into Ultipro on a daily basis
  • Be available to answer designated kettle phone to answer any questions from the field as well as be prepared to problem solve any issues which might come up
  • Confirm kettle shifts with the kettle attendant for next day
  • Report any issues to the Kettle Lead
  • Ensure kettle location is secured as per operating policy at end of shift
  • When necessary, provide on the spot coaching of attendants and drivers
  • Act as main contact for kettle drivers
  • Must be available to work December 24 as well as flexible hours through the campaign including evenings and Saturday

Health and Safety

  • Adheres to all health and safety policies and procedures in place; complies with all instructions from the employer concerning health and safety as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and WSIB
  • Ensures all procedures, rules and guidelines for the safety and security of clients and staff are enforced and respected

Working Conditions:  

  • May deal with frustrated attendants
  • May encounter verbal abuse

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • One to two years completed post-secondary education

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

  • One to two years’ supervisory experience leading a team
  • Strong computer skills
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to problem solve in fast paced environment
  • Ability to motivate and coach a team

Skills and Capabilities:

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Strong computer skills and understanding of Excel, Word and email
  • Valid Ontario ‘G’ driver’s license and access to a vehicle
  • Current clean drivers abstract dated within the last 30 days
  • ‘Clear’ Police background check dated within the last 30 days

Hours: Hours are varied and may include evenings and Saturdays

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