Program and Emergency Disaster Services Coordinator

at  The Salvation Army

The Programs and Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) Coordinator provides day-to-day oversight of Community Services (CS) programs/services and leads The Salvation Army Okanagan Central’s Emergency Disaster Service Responses. The incumbent is responsible for continuous quality improvement of Community Service programs, ensuring maximum mission impact and responsiveness to expressed needs.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Completion of BSW or equivalent degree
• Internal SA EDS Training modules (Introduction to EDS, EDS Food Services, Incident Command and Emotional and Spiritual Care) will be completed during probation; regular Refreshers, as recommended by the Divisional EDS Secretary will be required

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of three years of prior related experience including experience in a variety of social service programs with some supervisory experience, and experience in oral and written communication.

REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to be a Spiritual leader
• Respect for and understanding of The Salvation Army mission, culture, values
• Able to work in a consultative, diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Able to work cooperatively and effectively with mission partners, guests, visitors and the general public.
• Possesses personal qualities and attitudes that respect and maintain the spirit, dignity and individuality of guests and mission partners.
• Strong communication skills-written, public speaking
• Leadership skills- strategic planning, inspirational communication, staff development
• Organizational skills- scheduling, proposals, project management, special event coordination
• Management skills- Coaching, leading meetings, Human Relations management/supervision, staff documentation, program evaluation and design, volunteer management/supervision

PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:

• Proficiency with the following computer software packages: Microsoft Office package, Outlook, Adobe Creative Suite, Link2Feed preferred.

Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:

• Background check consent.
• A clear vulnerable sector screening.
• A clean drivers abstract.
• Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.

The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.
Published
April 16, 2024
Location
Kelowna, BC
Job Type
Full-time
Ministry Unit/Dept:
Kelowna Community Church Ministries
Salary Range:
$24.43-$30.53 per hour
Address:
200 Rutland Road South
Posting Expires:
Until filled
Applications Accepted By:
E-mail: kelowna.HR@salvationarmy.c

Please refer the Job description for details