03 Oct
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Broadview Village
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Toronto
03 Oct
Broadview Village
Toronto
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.
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. The role supports the Outreach Program and is responsible for operating the program under the direction of the Supervisor. Contact those experiencing homelessness and develop trusting relationships Assess needs of clients on caseload and connect them with the appropriate service, including shelter, housing, addictions, mental health, etc.
Record and maintain statistical information regarding the Outreach Program within parameters set by The Salvation Army and funders Network with community agencies to aid in outreach potential Ensure proper maintenance of outreach vehicle Perform all necessary clerical duties for client documentation, including Service Forms, computer entries, and logbook entries Attend all authorized seminars,
staff meetings and training sessions as requested Participate fully and constructively in staff meetings and in-service Training Read and follow the Policy & Procedures Manual and the Employees Handbook. The above responsibilities are to be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct. Reports to the Outreach Supervisor Wednesday to Sunday ~Outreach activities completed while hiking parks, transportation corridors and ravine lands in all weather conditions ~ Some administrative duties onsite at 107 Jarvis St.
High School
Graduate with some further education in social sciences field or equivalent experience Clear criminal records check Hostel Standards Training Certificate an asset. Knowledge and understanding of homelessness, addictions and mental health Strong working knowledge of community resources Basic computer and clerical skills Robust command of English language and interpersonal skills Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job including extensive walking, outdoor work in a variety of public locations, including streets, parks, ravines, under bridges and taking public transit, while carrying a backpack with outreach gear to provide services and supports to people who are homeless. 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.
📌 Community Social Worker (full Time) (Toronto)
🏢 Broadview Village
📍 Toronto