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

Thrift Store Worker


Published
October 20, 2021

Location
Chilliwack, BC

Job Type
Casual  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Chilliwack

Salary Range:
$15.20 per hour

Address:
46420 Brooks Avenue

Posting Expires:
Until Filled

Applications Accepted By:
Attn: Ken Kimberley, Email: [email protected] Mail: Attention: Mr. Ken Kimberley Chilliwack Thrift Store 45680 Hocking Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 2N4 Please note ‘Thrift Store Manager’ in the subject line of your email

Description

The Thrift Store Clerk provides service to customers, sorts incoming products, and assists the Store Manager in the maintenance of all store operations.

Hours:

  • 7 l/2 hour per day with ½ hour unpaid lunch

Terms of Employment: 

  • Various Shifts as needed – Casual/Contract

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The performance of the job requires continuously standing for long periods of time, frequent twisting, bending, crouching, reaching, reaching overhead, pushing and pulling, lifting, kneeling and entering data for transactions.
  • The performance of the job requires continuous visual monitoring.
  • Contributes to meeting store sales budgets by maintaining customer service standards.
  • Implements store layout plans to attract customers including window displays and merchandise displays; ensures attractiveness of the store through “Tidy Maintenance” based on Store Manager’s directions.
  • Replenishes inventory levels based on Store Manager’s directions
  • Contributes to the control of inventory by retrieving, sorting, and pricing as per directions; protects the store from inventory shrinkage by close visual monitoring
  • Takes responsibility for the accurate completion of all customer transactions including visa, debit, etc.    
  • Ensures in-store safety for staff and customers (e.g. Snow removal, clear fire exits, no obstacles inside/outside store, cleans spillage and maintains store cleanliness dealing with volatile situations); ensures property (store) is secured at all times.
  • The performance of the job requires visual monitoring and frequently working with numbers.
  • They are involved in minor financial matters regularly, or on a relief basis, or has responsibility for the wise use of their own resources. They may be authorized to spend, disburse, or collect small amounts of cash. They have very little input into the annual budget.
  • Participate in ongoing training as provided and cooperate in the Annual Performance Evaluation.
  • Performs other duties as necessary and/or as assigned

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Previous experience as a cashier is an asset
  • Police Security Clearance Certificate
  • Able to function well in a team setting.
  • Will have completed Grade 10.
  • One year related experience in retail.
  • Ability to relate to and engage marginalized people with a positive outcome perspective while remaining non-judgmental.

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Previous experience working with a cash register would be an asset and enjoy working with all types of people.

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. 

 The Salvation Army requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of full vaccination. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation if the successful candidate cannot be vaccinated due to a medical exemption.

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.

PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS

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