Community Ministry Worker

The Salvation Army International; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

RRSPs

Flexible work environment

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada runs a community Food Bank to support those in need, coordinating donations and volunteers. This role focuses on organizing daily Food Bank operations, processing donations, keeping records, and ensuring OH&S compliant practices.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, CPR/First Aid, a valid Ontario driver’s licence, and the ability to work with diverse people. Some weekend or evening flexibility is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of High School Diploma; CPR, First Aid, and Non-Violent Crisis Training or willingness to complete.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and a satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily organization of the Food Bank operations.
• Receive/decline Food Bank donations.
• Weigh and record all food donations.
• Sort/stock food donations safely.
• Train and supervise Food Bank volunteers.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Diversity awareness

Oral and written skills

Education

High School Diploma

CPR/First Aid/Non-Violent Crisis Training

Ontario Driver's Licence

Criminal Record Check

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.

Position Purpose summary

The worker provide support to the daily running of Food Bank operations, organizing and maintaining the Food Bank operations in accordance with Salvation Army policy and procedure.

Accountabilities

• Program Providing support to the daily organizing of the Food Bank
• Receive/decline Food Bank donations
• Ensure the handling/sorting of all food donations in a timely and efficient manner
• Sort/stock food donations in a safe manner
• Weigh all food donations and ensure they are recorded appropriately
• Ensure the cleanliness of the Food Bank area
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures
• Check and record daily freezer temperatures
• Ensure all food is handled according to Northwestern Health Unit guidelines
• Report any concerns to the Community Ministries Director
• Appropriate disposal of cardboard daily
• Contact community partners for pick up/distribution of food (Fellowship Centre)
• Receives all non-monetary donations
• Actively involved in food drives, fundraising efforts
• Assign duties to food bank volunteers and Train volunteers in practical aspects of Food Bank operations
• Maintain records and information as required by CMD/DHQ/THQ
• Actively participates in meetings with Community Ministries Director
• Performs other position related duties as required

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Internal: Participate in Community Ministries team meetings
• External: Community Ministry clients Community partners Volunteers

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Reports directly to: Community Ministries Director
• Direct reports for this position: Food Bank Volunteers

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

• Minor material responsibility (i.e. food bank donations)
• Uses or maintains organization assets in accordance with established guidelines.
• Does not process any financial transactions with no budget responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working environment is in the Food Bank in generally agreeable conditions Flexibility in scheduling is required, some weekend and evening work may be required to meet program needs. The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule. This job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently, working in a sitting and standing position for periods of time. Regular duties involve applying average force of up to 30 pounds The above responsibilities must be discharged in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement, in a professional manner, exemplifying Christian standards of conduct.

Education and experience 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.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications

• Completion of High School Diploma CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and a current driver’s abstract, that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• Up to two years of related experience.

Skills and Capabilities

• Represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner.
• Exhibit good listening and interpersonal skills, have strong oral/written communication skills.
• Understanding of individuals of diverse social and cultural backgrounds.
• Good team player.
• Good oral and writing skills.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $17.60 to $21.84 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.

Benefits

• 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.