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

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Published
November 2, 2021

Location
Penticton, BC

Job Type
Full-time  

Ministry Unit/Dept:
Penticton Thrift Store

Salary Range:
Min – Mid

Address:
2399 South Main Street

Posting Expires:
November 30, 2021

Applications Accepted By:
Attn: Alan Madsen, Email: [email protected], The Salvation Army Penticton Community Church 469 South Main Street Penticton B.C. V2A 5J1 Please mention ‘Truck Driver’ in the subject line of your email

Description

This job exists to assist our Thrift Stores and Food Bank to achieve sales targets, and profitability so we may fund other programs in our Penticton Community.  This role will be a Truck Driving position.

Hours:

  • 37.5 Hours per week

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The incumbent will be required to undertake, with minimum supervision, a wide variety of activities related to the operation of the Thrift Stores and Food Bank.
  • The incumbent will be required to pick up Food Bank donations.
  • Collect in a timely fashion, and as directed by the Thrift Store and Food Bank
  • Deliver Occasional Food Hampers.
  • Load and off load all items collected or delivered.
  • Take all non-conforming waste that does not fit in existing waste bins to landfill for proper disposal.
  • Schedules Truck for deliveries.
  • Answers telephone.
  • Good Customer service skills.
  • Undertake other, related and reasonable duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
  • Remove and dispose of garbage in an appropriate manner.
  • Refer people to local Salvation Army ministries as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Some High School
  • Clean Drivers Abstract
  • Will be required to update Abstract on a semi annual basis

Experience:

  • 2-5 Years Experience Preferred

Required Skills/Knowledge:

  • Good Customer Service Skills an Asset

 

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

  • Able represent The Salvation Army in a Positive manner in our Community.

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

 

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.

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. 

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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