Christmas Support Worker

The Salvation Army International; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada is seeking a Christmas Support Worker to help Community and Family Services during the holiday season on a temporary basis. You will assist with donations processing, pickups, distribution setup, data recording, and may help with the Kettle campaign.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience, with strong Microsoft Office skills. Shifts may include days, evenings, weekends, and split shifts; candidates must be able to lift up

Qualifications

• Completed High School or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of related experience in community-based programs.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office; proficient with email and internet-based programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing, unloading, documenting, and sorting donations of toys and food.
• Assist with pick-ups of food and toy donations from community donors using program vehicle.
• Assist with set up and take down of toy and food Christmas hampers distribution centre.
• Assist with sorting toy donations.
• Record statistical data clearly and accurately.
• May assist in the Kettle campaign.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Integrity

Adaptability

Work with minimal supervision

OH&S compliance

Punctual

Professional demeanor

Education

Completed High School or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 Christmas Support Worker provides support to the Community and Family Services during the Christmas season on a temporary basis.

Accountabilities

• Assist with processing, unloading, documenting, and sorting donations of toys and food for the Christmas program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution.


• Assist with pick-ups of food and toy donations from community donors using program vehicle.


• Assist with set up and take down of toy and food Christmas hamper distribution centre.


• Assist with sorting toy donations.


• Record statistical data in a clear, organized, and accurate manner.


• May assist in the Kettle campaign where needed.


• Perform other related duties as required.

Working Conditions

This is a temporary position. Shifts may include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday. Applicable shifts include a ½ hour unpaid meal break. Flexibility in scheduling is required, as the hours may increase as per operational requirements. Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification. Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs. (11.34 kgs) in a safe manner. 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.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

Completed High School or equivalent

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset.


• Strong skills in all Microsoft Office products and good working knowledge and experience with email and internet-based programs.

Skills and Capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.


• Honest, courteous, and punctual.


• Represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner.


• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.


• 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.


• Ability and 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.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $18.50 to $23.13 with a maximum of $27.76. 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.

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. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.