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 Summer Day Camp Counselor/Support Staff – more than 1 required (June 28 – August 20, 2021)




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Published
April 26, 2021

Location
Oshawa

Job Type
Seasonal  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Oshawa Temple

Salary Range:
$14.25 per hour

Address:
570 Thornton Road North

Posting Expires:
May 5, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Shona Burditt: [email protected]

Description

Within the context and mission of the Salvation Army Oshawa Temple, work cooperatively with the Day Camp Coordinators and Head counselor/Behavior support in all aspects of the summer day camp program.  This Day Camp seeks to provide excellent children’s programming, including families that would otherwise be unable to afford a summer day camp experience for their children.  This camp will either be in person or virtual, depending on Covid 19 restrictions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Implement the day-to-day operations of the program. This includes (but is not limited to) recreational games, crafts, Bible lessons, and other scheduled events
  • Supervise, interact with and support all Day Camp campers
  • Attend all online staff training/orientation and meetings
  • Participate in the Summer Day Camp mentoring program for Day Camp staff and campers
  • Uphold all health and safety regulations
  • Work cooperatively with the Day Camp and assistant Coordinator, head counselor/behavior support person, church staff and volunteers in all aspects of the program

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusively) at the time of intake/selection
  • Able to work within a Christian atmosphere and to promote the goals of the program and the mission of the Salvation Army
  • Must be comfortable teaching/interacting with campers/staff over Zoom/Online virtual programming and be comfortable with pre-recording items for day camp
  • Possess leadership qualities, be organized, hardworking, dedicated and creative
  • Previous experience working with children
  • Works well independently and is a team player
  • Complete training in the Salvation Army Territorial Headquarters Online safety protocols and procedures.
  • Complete all necessary Covid-19 hygiene requirements as well as any Public health safety measures
  • Have or be willing to get Standard First Aid and CPR
  • Be available for full 8 weeks of program

Successful candidate will be required to provide upon hiring:

  • A clear vulnerable sector screening
  • A clear internal abuse registry check
  • Participate in our online Armatus Abuse Training and Health and Safety training required upon hiring. This is updated annually.

HOURS: 35 hours a week

 

 

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