Community Ministry Worker
Top Benefits
About the role
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 KEY Accountabilities:
- As an initial point of contact, represents The Salvation Army effectively by providing clients/residents and vendors with courteous and diplomatic service
- Maintains knowledge of legislative and company policies such as Health & Safety Regulations
- The Successful Candidate will be responsible to do phone interviews with our clients for our Community and Family Services Food Bank at our Penticton, Cawston/Keremeos locations
- Assess Clients physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and respond appropriately
- Be willing to share the Christian faith and pray as opportunities arise
- Be familiar with and refer clients to other community organizations as required
- Assist with the Christmas Program as required
- Assist with Fund raising as required
- Undertake other reasonable duties as assigned
- Accept donations and issue temporary receipt as required
- Record all information for entry into Link 2 Feed
- Available for call in and holiday coverage
- ensure safety and security of clients, volunteers and staff
- Point of contact for food distribution, and client information gathering
Health & Safety
- Ensures the safety and security of clients, volunteers and staff
- Takes responsibility for daily and overall safety
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT Governance Boards And Councils Internal: N/A External : Be aware of offerings and programs available for referral in our community
Managerial Responsibility
- Reports directly to:
Community Ministries Director
- Direct reports: N/A
Financial And Materials Management Accept and log and receipt donations
Working Conditions
- Can be busy with lifting up to 30 pounds.
- Talking to clients to find out needs.
- Meeting people at a vulnerable time in their lives.
- Walking, lifting, sitting, computer skills would be a necessity
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. Education And Experience Qualifications Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
- The successful job applicant will have completed High School, plus specialized courses of up to six (6) months. NOTE: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.
Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements
- Must be able to follow instructions both verbally and written
- Must be able to work cooperatively with others
- Be familiar with the Salvation Army Mission Statement
- Possess basic computer skills and/or be willing to receive training (Word, Excel, Power Point, Link 2 Feed)
- Demonstrate organizational skills
- Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
- Demonstrates ability to work with clients, peers, staff, and volunteers
Skills And Capabilities
- Background check consent
- A clear vulnerable sector screening
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training
Compensation 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.
About The Salvation Army in Canada
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and every day in 400 communities across Canada and more than 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.
Community Ministry Worker
Top Benefits
About the role
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 KEY Accountabilities:
- As an initial point of contact, represents The Salvation Army effectively by providing clients/residents and vendors with courteous and diplomatic service
- Maintains knowledge of legislative and company policies such as Health & Safety Regulations
- The Successful Candidate will be responsible to do phone interviews with our clients for our Community and Family Services Food Bank at our Penticton, Cawston/Keremeos locations
- Assess Clients physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs and respond appropriately
- Be willing to share the Christian faith and pray as opportunities arise
- Be familiar with and refer clients to other community organizations as required
- Assist with the Christmas Program as required
- Assist with Fund raising as required
- Undertake other reasonable duties as assigned
- Accept donations and issue temporary receipt as required
- Record all information for entry into Link 2 Feed
- Available for call in and holiday coverage
- ensure safety and security of clients, volunteers and staff
- Point of contact for food distribution, and client information gathering
Health & Safety
- Ensures the safety and security of clients, volunteers and staff
- Takes responsibility for daily and overall safety
CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT Governance Boards And Councils Internal: N/A External : Be aware of offerings and programs available for referral in our community
Managerial Responsibility
- Reports directly to:
Community Ministries Director
- Direct reports: N/A
Financial And Materials Management Accept and log and receipt donations
Working Conditions
- Can be busy with lifting up to 30 pounds.
- Talking to clients to find out needs.
- Meeting people at a vulnerable time in their lives.
- Walking, lifting, sitting, computer skills would be a necessity
The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct. Education And Experience Qualifications Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
- The successful job applicant will have completed High School, plus specialized courses of up to six (6) months. NOTE: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.
Experience And Skilled Knowledge Requirements
- Must be able to follow instructions both verbally and written
- Must be able to work cooperatively with others
- Be familiar with the Salvation Army Mission Statement
- Possess basic computer skills and/or be willing to receive training (Word, Excel, Power Point, Link 2 Feed)
- Demonstrate organizational skills
- Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively both verbal and written
- Demonstrates ability to work with clients, peers, staff, and volunteers
Skills And Capabilities
- Background check consent
- A clear vulnerable sector screening
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training
Compensation 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.
About The Salvation Army in Canada
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and every day in 400 communities across Canada and more than 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.