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.
Job Description:

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar range of duties.

• Clean and repackage recovered food.

•Pick up and process donated resources by unloading, sorting, placing, and loading donated items. •Work with clients in food distribution.

• Contribute to the safety of staff and clients (e.g., clear fire exits, no obstacles inside/outside the building, clean spillage, and assist in maintaining facility cleanliness).
• Take responsibility for accurately completing all client intake and recording into the system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND 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.
  Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of High School.
• CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Up to one year 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.
• Heavy lifting: able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly without assistance from others.
• Valid Full Driver’s License
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Good listening, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated and disciplined.
• Demonstrates ability to work with agencies, peers, staff, and volunteers.
• Ability and willingness 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, vulnerable sector check).

Compensation:
The target hiring range for this position is $17.85 to $21.66 with a maximum of $25.99.
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
Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca
if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:

To assist in collecting and processing donations in the Food Recovery Program while practicing good stewardship of donated resources. The worker will serve local agencies and businesses, sort incoming products, and assist in Family Services operations.