Litter Crew Team Lead - Canora

Theseed; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Litter Crew Team Lead to drive community impact through mentorship and support. This role involves working closely with individuals facing employment barriers, promoting skill development, and fostering positive change. The Team Lead will oversee daily operations, ensure cleanliness in neighborhoods, and provide administrative support. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working in a dynamic environment. If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for community service, this role is a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a social serving agency and/or counseling.
• Good working knowledge in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support program participants and mentor them in their roles.
• Create staff schedules and compile reports for stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Resolution

Organization Skills

Time Management

Education

Experience in Social Serving Agency

Counseling Experience

Leadership or Supervisory Experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Category: Community Impact and Programs

Requisition Number: LITTE001662

Posted: April 2, 2025

Employment Type: Fixed Term (April to October 2025)

Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30am - 1:30pm

Reporting to: Site Lead

City: Edmonton

Number of Positions to Fill: 1

Locations

Edmonton, AB T5H3J7, CAN

Description

Do you want to make a meaningful impact within your community? Do you have strong leadership skills, and experience in a social serving agency? The Mustard Seed is looking for a Litter Crew Team Lead.

The Litter Crew Team Lead plays a vital part in the cleanliness and beautification of various neighbourhoods in the city. The position is responsible for supporting individuals who experience barriers to employment by working alongside and mentoring them. The aim of the program is to help participants develop skills, gain confidence, and acquire experience as they work towards finding sustainable employment. The Team Lead will also be responsible for administrative duties such as scheduling and reporting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support program participants employed through The Mustard Seed social enterprises.
• Work alongside crew members to pick up litter and needles according to assigned routes; some sweeping and snow-shoveling may also be required.
• Create staff schedules, be the key holder, monitor and request supplies, and perform minor equipment repairs.
• Compile reports to partners and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with employment coaches and participants to encourage positive changes in lifestyle and behavior through supportive relationships, day-to-day interactions, and intentional goal setting.
• Assist in the design and delivery of team meetings to address growth opportunities.
• Participate in all staff training (e.g. First Aid, SafeTALK, NVCI) and attend monthly general meetings and support meetings with manager.
• Must adhere to Health & Safety regulations and wear required personal protective equipment for the safe removal and handling of sharps and other objects.

CANDIDATE CHARACTERISTICS

• Team-oriented and eager to foster collaboration and synergy with other team members and external contacts.
• Enjoy helping people overcome challenges while maintaining a hope-filled attitude.
• Willing to advocate for the marginalized and to challenge common perceptions of poverty and/or homelessness in order to foster change.
• A self-starter and thrive in a highly mobile environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Minimum 1 year experience in a social serving agency and/or counselling experience.
• 1 year of work experience in a leadership or supervisory role, would be considered an asset.
• Good working knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• The ability to observe confidentiality standards, and learn and abide by OH&S, FOIP.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle with a minimum of $2,000,000 liability insurance, would be considered an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May be required to work shifts at two separate locations as needed.
• The role involves providing ongoing compassionate care, resolving conflicts, and demonstrating strong organizational skills. You will regularly interact with a diverse group of individuals, and may occasionally encounter challenging behaviors.
• This position is often fast-paced, and requires moderate amount of mental effort to analyze information and problem solve.
• The position will require frequent manual labor with ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work will require standing and walking for long periods, performed indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Will encounter sharps, needles, and other drug materials.
• Employees are to be aware that many of our clients may experience difficulties or impairment at times, which could result in them uttering threats, discriminatory statements, and other insults at your person. This may in a raised voice, or in seeing unpredictable behaviour up to and including the possibility of them becoming aggressive. Training on how to respond is provided, but this is to be considered typical working conditions. Many of our clients are unaware of the impact of these comments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• An Employment Background Check is required for all positions at The Mustard Seed.
• As The Mustard Seed is a Christian ministry, we require our employees to agree to respect and not detract from The Mustard Seed’s Employment Values during their employment at The Mustard Seed.
• Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

NOTE

• Your privacy is important to us. The information we collect is used solely for consideration for employment.
• We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Mustard Seed reserves the right to amend job advertisements. No phone calls please.
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