Shelter Assistant
The Salvation Army
- Maple Ridge, BC
- $18.00 per hour
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Willingness & ability to work within the mission, vision & values of The Salvation Army and Ridge Meadows Ministries
- Support, where and when possible, the efforts of all residents and co-workers
- Use a client-centered approach by consistently demonstrating compassion, respect and empathy in the administration of policies and procedures
- Plan and organize social and connection activities for Shelter guests
- Maintain consistent structure in Shelter lounge
- Update client files and case notes in data entry system
- Assist Shelter Workers and Case Workers as required
- Attend Public Relations events as requested
- Give guidance, support and encouragement to volunteers
- Organize and restock supplies
- Flexibility in hours is expected & work may include evenings and weekends
- Based on 35 hours per week for a total of 280 hours over 8 weeks
- 2 positions available starting June/July
- Between 18-30 years of age at start of Employment as per Canada Summer Jobs Program eligibility requirements
- Strong service ethic and a friendly disposition with the public with effective communication skills
- Adaptability to change and frequent interruptions
- Team oriented and able to take initiative with ability to work with minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
- Agreeable to a flexible, non-routine schedule
- High standards of integrity and confidentiality
- Possess valid Food Safe, CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis certification or willingness to obtain
- A current valid BC driver's license and clean driving record
- Computer and word processing ability
- Background check
- A clear vulnerable sector
- A clean drivers
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety