Christmas Support Worker

Job summary

Process, document, sort, and prepare donated food and toys for Christmas distribution, including collecting donations and setting up and taking down the distribution centre. Record program statistics and provide support to the Kettle campaign and other related activities as needed.

Job details

Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: Position Purpose summary: The Christmas Support Worker provides support to the Community and Family Services during the Christmas season on a temporary basis. Accountabilities: Assist with processing, unloading, documenting, and sorting donations of toys and food for the Christmas program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution. Assist with pick-ups of food and toy donations from community donors using program vehicle. Assist with set up and take down of toy and food Christmas hamper distribution centre. Assist with sorting toy donations. Record statistical data in a clear, organized, and accurate manner. May assist in the Kettle campaign where needed. Perform other related duties as required. Working Conditions: This is a temporary position. Shifts may include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break. Flexibility in scheduling is required, as the hours may increase as per operational requirements. Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification. Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs. (11.34 kgs) in a safe manner. Local travel may be associated with this position. The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Completed High School or equivalent Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements: Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset. Strong skills in all Microsoft Office products and good working knowledge and experience with email and internet-based programs Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required. Skills and Capabilities: Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability. Ability to work with minimal supervision Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures. Honest, courteous, and punctual Represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner. Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution. Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion (i.e., The Salvation Army Abuse Registry) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening. Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities. Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $17.95 to $22.08 with a maximum of $26.20. Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

What you’ll do

Process, document, sort, and prepare donated food and toys for Christmas distribution, including collecting donations and setting up and taking down the distribution centre. Record program statistics and provide support to the Kettle campaign and other related activities as needed.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with strong Microsoft Office and email/internet skills; one year of related community-program experience is an asset. Applicants need a valid Ontario Class G driver's licence, a personal vehicle and insurance, a satisfactory driving abstract, and the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and complete required background screening.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• adaptability · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Donation Processing
• Sorting and Preparing Donations
• Food and Toy Distribution
• Donation Pickups
• Statistical Recordkeeping
• Microsoft Office
• Email and Internet Applications
• Interpersonal Skills
• Adaptability
• Working Independently
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Customer Service
• Driving
• Influencing Skills
• Honesty
• Interpersonal Communications
• Professionalism
• Valid Driver's License
• Statistics
• Scheduling
• Lifting Ability
• Loading And Unloading
• Sorting

Job areas

• Social Services
• Logistics
• Administrative
• Christmas Sales Assistant
• Social / Human Services Assistant
• Social Work Associate Professionals
• Social and Human Service Assistants

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