Description

The Community Ministry Worker provides support to the food bank program provided by The Salvation Army Mississauga Community and Family Services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with conducting intake services, client assessment to determine immediate needs and supports required by the client.
• Refers clients to Director of Community & Family Services or Corps Officer for pastoral assistance.
• Assist other food bank staff with pick-ups of food/toy donations from community donors.
• Aid with processing, unloading, documenting, sorting, reorganizing, and re-stocking food and toy donations for the Family Services program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution.
• Maintain food bank stock, cleanliness, tidiness, and organization of food bank area; assist with food drives as needed.
• Arrange for the proper disposal of items received but not usable in the food bank.
• Assist with registering children and youth for The Salvation Army provincial camping programs.

Health and Safety:

• Adherence to all health and safety standards.
• Assist with ensuring that the Food Bank is maintained in organization, appearance, maintenance, cleanliness, and safety as recommended by Public Health etc.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.

Perform other related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a temporary full-time position based on 35 hours per week.
• The Supervisor will set the hours of work and work schedule.
• Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification.
• This job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently, working in a standing position for long periods of time.
• The working environment is typically in the office, food bank in generally agreeable conditions.
• Ability to lift/move up to 30 lbs. (4.5kg).
• Normal hours of work: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and includes a 1-hour unpaid meal break. Some flexibility regarding scheduling may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• This position is funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:
  • Is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of the employment.
  • Is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act*: and,
  • Is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations.
  • *International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident.
• Completion of a minimum of grade ten (10).
• Safe Food Handling and First Aid/CPR Certifications are an asset.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training preferred.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum of three (3) months of prior related experience working and/or volunteering in community-based programs, including experience working with multi-barriered persons.

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Self-motivated/disciplined.
• Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible.
• Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
• Ability to participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures, and associated legislation.
• Be Enthusiastic and Approachable - Present an upbeat and pleasant personality with a helpful attitude towards all.
• Be a Good Listener - Have a desire to create a safe space and be attentive to the needs of others.
• Be Servant-Hearted - Have a servant attitude, being flexible and willing to pitch in and assist as part of the team.
• Be Willing to Grow - Be a teachable person of integrity.
• Ability 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 with vulnerable sector 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.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.

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