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:
This position will work with both clientele and the public in our community services department of the swift current community church. This position will primarily work with the foodbank.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar duties to the listed below:
For Kettle Season
Attend a day of training/orientation on The Salvation Army and the Christmas Kettle Campaign
Provide support in getting Kettles to zone locations prior to volunteer arrival at Campaign onset
Ensure all Kettle donations are delivered to secure location at shift completion
Communicate daily issues and supply deficiencies to City/Assistant Coordinator Orient and remind volunteers on proper Kettle handling and duties as required
Supervise, support and assign (as required) Kettle Volunteers throughout the Campaign
Participate in the recruitment of new volunteers
Visit locations during shift changes and intermittently
Communicate daily with ATL partner for effective transition
Ensure timesheets and mileage reports are submitted accurately and timely (weekly basis)
Remain at the Kettle for the full shift (until relieved), ensuring security of donations received.
Respond to questions/queries from potential donors regarding SA ministries and programs.
Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Community Ministries Worker Duties
Assist clients with access to foodbank services
Assist clients with access to vouchers and other TSA services as appropriate.
Assist with other programs in Community Services (ie: summer camps registration, Christmas hampers, POH, etc…)
Suggest new ideas for community programming
Keep accurate and confidential records of client assistance using Link2Feed program
Assist with collection, documentation, and submission of statistics as required by TSA, Foodbanks Canada, Second Harvest, etc…
Support external reporting requirements
Be available to assist during special events (Holiday Train, Food-drives, BBQ’s, Local PR events, etc…)
Provide support as required to daily foodbank operations including receiving, sorting, handling of food donations
Assist with proper receiving of food bank donations (weighing, reporting) as needed
Assist with cleanliness and organization of food bank and free market area
Health & Safety (if applicable):
Critical relationship management
Governance Boards and Councils:
Internal: reports to Community Ministry Coordinator and/or Executive Director/Corps Officer
External: none
Managerial responsibility:
Reports directly to: Community Ministry Coordinator and/or Executive Director/Corps Officer. Works in cooperation with volunteers, other TSA staff members
Direct reports: none
Financial and materials management:
Material: handling of foodbank donations
Financial: refer community donations to main office for receiving/handling. May handle small amounts of cash/donations
Working conditions:
Swift current community church building. Occassionally at public events throughout the area
Generally agreeable however may come in contact with angry/upset clientele
Possibility of evening/weekend work
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, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS
Willingness to develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities.
Work in compliance with OH&S; Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
Ability to provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required, including Child Check (if appropriate).
Education, Qualifications and Certifications
Grade 12 or equivalent
Driver’s license
Experience and Knowledge
One year of prior related experience
Training will be provided as required
Alternative combination of education and experience may be considered
Skills and Capabilities
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work with O365 software (Word, Excel, etc…)
Ability to lift/carry up to 30lbs
Attention to detail and problem solving abilities
Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality and qualified ethics
Compensation
The target hiring range for this position is $30,212.00 to $37,783.20 with a maximum of $45,318.00.
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
[email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
Envoy Robert Venables
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📌 Community Ministries Worker (Saskatchewan)
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