Community and Family Services Coordinator I - NU
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:
**Due to the nature of Canada Summer Jobs funding, applicants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment, who is 30 years of age or under.
BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, coordinate or lead skills workshops to camp participants (ie, programming - drama, sports, cross-cultural understanding, spiritual practices, volunteering/community service).
- If applicable, work alongside food security programs, through interaction with families in need, for registration referrals.
- If applicable, work with team to lead children and youth to respond to the Gospel through presentation and prayer.
- Develop relationships with families, encouraging happy and well-developed children and youth, living in peace with themselves and others.
- Working with Corps Officer/pastor, provide emotional care and spiritual care to enrich their lives and allow them to reach their full potential and the welfare of the city.
- Contribute to the annual reports for ministries with input such as written records/logs of activities, reports, and statistics for ministry evaluation.
- Monitor expenditures to ensure conformity to budget provisions.
- Participate in staff training and development.
- Know and act in accordance with security procedures of The Salvation Army to ensure the safety and confidentiality of participants and information.
- Assist in annual Back to School event where required.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned (set up, clean up, communication).
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- A busy office and day camp environment.
- Both indoor and outdoor work environment.
- Off site at an overnight camp, if applicable.
- Work-related stress.
- May be exposed to the risk of minor harm, injury or illnesses due to physical attacks by others (i.e., violent/aggressive neighbour), exposure to infectious diseases and other potentially dangerous situations.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES:
Responsible to ensure personal and corporate attention to the following:
- Workplace Health and Safety Requirements
- Universal Precautions for Communicable Diseases
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- At least one year of post-secondary education (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable).
- Related studies or equivalent work experience with youth.
- Full License and Clean Drivers Abstract is an asset.
- First Aid/CPR Certificate is an asset.
- Clear and current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening required.
Competencies:
- Passionate for building loving relationships with youth and children inspired by the positive values of the Bible, The Salvation Army (Hope, Service, Dignity*,* and Stewardship), and Boundless Vancouver (relationships and transformation).
- A demonstration of openness to and respect for spiritual disciplines and participation in community faith practices.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to plan, execute, and lead younger team members and participants.
- A desire to be creative and innovative showing initiative with limited supervision.
- Excellent administrative, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Digital skills are an asset.
- Teaching skills in subjects for day camp participants is an asset.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Temporary Full Time – 35 hours/wk.
- Monday – Friday, July 3, 2025 - August 22, 2025 (possibly includes Sat/Sun, and working from different locations, depending on program delivery needs).
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.85 to $19.69 with a maximum of $23.63.
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
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Community and Family Services Coordinator I - NU
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:
**Due to the nature of Canada Summer Jobs funding, applicants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment, who is 30 years of age or under.
BASIC FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, coordinate or lead skills workshops to camp participants (ie, programming - drama, sports, cross-cultural understanding, spiritual practices, volunteering/community service).
- If applicable, work alongside food security programs, through interaction with families in need, for registration referrals.
- If applicable, work with team to lead children and youth to respond to the Gospel through presentation and prayer.
- Develop relationships with families, encouraging happy and well-developed children and youth, living in peace with themselves and others.
- Working with Corps Officer/pastor, provide emotional care and spiritual care to enrich their lives and allow them to reach their full potential and the welfare of the city.
- Contribute to the annual reports for ministries with input such as written records/logs of activities, reports, and statistics for ministry evaluation.
- Monitor expenditures to ensure conformity to budget provisions.
- Participate in staff training and development.
- Know and act in accordance with security procedures of The Salvation Army to ensure the safety and confidentiality of participants and information.
- Assist in annual Back to School event where required.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned (set up, clean up, communication).
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- A busy office and day camp environment.
- Both indoor and outdoor work environment.
- Off site at an overnight camp, if applicable.
- Work-related stress.
- May be exposed to the risk of minor harm, injury or illnesses due to physical attacks by others (i.e., violent/aggressive neighbour), exposure to infectious diseases and other potentially dangerous situations.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES:
Responsible to ensure personal and corporate attention to the following:
- Workplace Health and Safety Requirements
- Universal Precautions for Communicable Diseases
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- At least one year of post-secondary education (an alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable).
- Related studies or equivalent work experience with youth.
- Full License and Clean Drivers Abstract is an asset.
- First Aid/CPR Certificate is an asset.
- Clear and current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening required.
Competencies:
- Passionate for building loving relationships with youth and children inspired by the positive values of the Bible, The Salvation Army (Hope, Service, Dignity*,* and Stewardship), and Boundless Vancouver (relationships and transformation).
- A demonstration of openness to and respect for spiritual disciplines and participation in community faith practices.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to plan, execute, and lead younger team members and participants.
- A desire to be creative and innovative showing initiative with limited supervision.
- Excellent administrative, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Digital skills are an asset.
- Teaching skills in subjects for day camp participants is an asset.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Temporary Full Time – 35 hours/wk.
- Monday – Friday, July 3, 2025 - August 22, 2025 (possibly includes Sat/Sun, and working from different locations, depending on program delivery needs).
Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.85 to $19.69 with a maximum of $23.63.
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
The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services.
Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code.
By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.