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 role provides administrative and facility support to the residence's clients and tenants.

- Cleans shelter rooms, washrooms, kitchen, lounge and common areas
- Packing up client's belongings and prepping beds and rooms for new clients.
- Monitors the environment and clients/residents to ensure safety and security.
- Ensures client supervision and adherence to rules and policies.
- Provides laundry services for the shelter and shelter clients.
- Provides safe storage and recording of prescribed medications.
- Acts as a positive role model for clients by developing skilled interpersonal relationships that promote dignity and respect.
- Cooking for Shelter clients when necessary.
- Light food preparation and serving clients at mealtimes.
- Conducts all required shift change procedures prior to and after shift change.
- Maintains required documentation and shelter log.
- Makes entries and maintains HFIS database.
- Collects and disposes of refuse and performs spot cleaning as required.
- Monitors appropriate behavior, ensures the rules are followed.
- Provides orientation to new clients.




- Participates as a team member with other staff to ensure a protected and caring environment by performing duties such as responding to emergency issues and supporting others through methods such as sharing knowledge and information.
- Performs Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

- Certificate in First Aid and CPR Training.
- Non-Violent Crises Intervention Training.
- Ability to relate and engage marginalized people.
- Naloxone Training.
- 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.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $20.09 to $25.11 with a maximum of $30.13. 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. [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.

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. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.

📌 Casual/On-Call Shelter Worker (Chilliwack)
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📍 Chilliwack