Christmas Toy Shop Worker

salvationarmyca; Central Ontario; Presencial; CAD 25.000 - 36.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Salvation Army in Ontario is seeking a seasonal Christmas Toy Shop Worker to support Community and Family Services during the busy toy distribution period. This temporary role involves helping distribute toys, coordinating volunteers, and processing donations with a focus on accuracy and client service.

You will handle telephone inquiries, assist with data entry, and contribute to program logistics while adhering to OH&S standards.

Formación

• Completed High School or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in community-based programs is an asset.
• Ability to comply with OH&S and safety policies.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with set-up, take-down and organization of toy distribution.
• Assist with scheduling and organizing volunteers.
• Receive and process toy donations and help with packing/sorting.
• Record data accurately and clearly.
• Handle client calls and provide assistance as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Stamina

OH&S compliance

Punctual & honest

Background checks

Educación

High School diploma

Descripción del empleo

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

Accountabilities

• Assist with the set-up, take-down and organization of toy distribution program.
• Assist with the scheduling and organization of volunteers.
• Receive and process donations of toys for distribution and provide assistance with packing and sorting toy donations.
• Assist with recording statistical data in a clear, organized, and accurate manner.
• Receive and process telephone calls from clients requiring assistance.
• 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.
Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions.
Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs. (10 kg).

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

Completed High School or equivalent

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

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

Skills and Capabilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• 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; re present 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 $17.95 to $22.08 with a maximum of $26.20. 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 [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.