Temporary Full Time Family Services Worker (Canada Summer Jobs)
The Salvation Army
- Kitchener, ON
- $17.55 per hour
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Help facilitate the daily operation of the food bank (distribution of food, incoming donations of food, general cleanliness, etc.).
- Support individuals/families accessing food bank to meet their wants/needs of food (assisting with points and shopping experience).
- Process incoming food donations.
- Daily cleaning of food bank and preparation for following day.
- Organize and maintain general operation of storage space (sorting food, checking dates, stocking shelves).
- Assist and support Food Drives and other fundraising events.
- Inputting data into Link2Feed and other statistical reporting.
- Ensure all clients are treated with dignity and respect and maintain all information in confidence.
- Prepare food, and supplies for the mobile food pantry.
- Pack food bags for deliveries.
- Assist with set up/cleanup of Family Service programs including sewing.
- Assist with and implement activities for the Summer Day Camp.
- Supervise kids on the bus to and from Adventure Camp.
- Create and maintain list of reports required for health and safety compliance purposes.
- Support external reporting requests as needed.
- This is a temporary full-time position based on 35 hours per week.
- Typical work hours will be 8:30 am - 4 pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.
- Your supervisor will set the work schedule. Flexibility in scheduling is required.
- The typical working location for this position is in Kitchener Community Church and Family Care Centre which includes the Food Bank, Storage area, offices, and outdoor space.
- May include a mobile distribution location in Kitchener or Waterloo and a school bus to and from Adventure Camp (Jackson's Point, Ontario)
- Ability to lift/move more than 25 lbs. and this job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently; working in a standing position for long periods of time.
- Submit as required a Police Record Check (vulnerable sector check) that is acceptable to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion.
- This position is funded in part through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and the following represents the applicant criteria:
- aged 15 to 30 years at the beginning of the employment period.
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment*; and,
- holds a valid Social Insurance Number; and,
- be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- *International students are not eligible participants. International students include anyone who is temporarily in Canada for studies and who is not a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.
- An ongoing condition of employment is the ability to maintain immigration status to legally remain and work in Canada which is supported by valid immigration documents.
- Completion of a minimum of Grade 10.
- Safe Food Handling Certificate and First Aid/CPR Certifications are an asset.
- Knowledge of community-based resources is an asset.
- Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
- Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
- Ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
- Self-motivated/disciplined.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively, patiently, and effectively.
- 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.
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's Health & Safety policies and procedures.
- 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)
- 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.