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.

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. A member of Senior Management and Department Head Teams

- Assist the Executive Director or designate in developing and coordinating the delivery of designated programs related to the Halifax Centre of Hope Community Services Program
- Oversees Open Arms Program and has weekly debriefing with Open Arms Program Supervisor Oversees Volunteer Program for Halifax Centre of Hope Ensures Payroll for supervised staff is accurate and input into Ultipro Participates in hiring, orientating, training and evaluating of CFS employees
- Liaises with community resources and encourage community involvement in programs. Provides statistical and evaluative information to management levels when required. Network with Non-Salvation Army Agencies, Government and Community Service Providers to coordinate resources for the clients/residents and programs
- Ordained Minister with The Salvation Army and/Or Lay person with training in the Social Services Field is preferred
- Non-violent crisis intervention (NVCI), Suicide Intervention (ASSIST), Standard First Aid or a commitment to secure those requirements within six months of being hired. One year to three years of prior related experience, including experience with direct counseling in an applicable social service field




- Solid understanding of community development and a demonstrated ability to create and foster strong relationships with community partners resulting in mutually beneficial collaboration. Knowledge of community-based resources, Salvation Army programs and resources and experience networking with government and social service agencies. Committed to service excellence with a base knowledge of human resource management, and leadership principles as they relate to non-profit organizations
- Competency in making and implementing effective decisions with strong organizational, interpersonal, time management and communication skills, both oral and written. Demonstrated understanding of, and compliance with, all relevant federal and provincial legislation, e.g., Knowledge of current community challenges and opportunities relating to the mission of the organization. FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT Involved during annual budget preparations as it regards the Community and Family Services Program Budget
- As a member of senior management would have say in final budget submission. The incumbent’s work environment is typically at work sites within various residential or community settings. 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. Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth.

📌 Director Community and Family Services (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 TSA The Salvation Army TSA
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality