Community Service Worker

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory•Milton, ON

4d•CA$18 - CA$25•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Service Worker provides general support to various services in the Community and Family Services setting for Khi Community Church. This role involves supporting pre-planned program activities, providing administrative assistance, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to health and safety policies. The position is temporary and part-time, requiring flexibility in scheduling. It is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program and has specific eligibility criteria related to age and legal status in Canada.

Requirements

Completion of some high school course work is required
CPR, First Aid and Non-Violent Crisis Training or willingness to complete once hired.
Current, valid Safe Food Handling Certification or willingness to obtain.
One year of related experience. Alternative combination of education and Experience may be considered.
Good computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to exercise diplomacy, tact, and compassion.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team with minimal supervision in a multi-faceted environment.
Demonstrated patience and compassion to work with challenging and/or emotionally dependent individuals.
Ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks; the ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Exhibit good listening skills and strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense of fairness and flexibility.
Organized with attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
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).
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.
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.
Holds a valid Social Insurance Number.
Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Individuals who required employer-specific work authorization (e.g., international students on study permits) are not eligible under this program.
Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated and disciplined.

Responsibilities

As directed, support pre-planned program activities for the community (food bank, crafts, sports, games, music, homework stations, etc.)
Work in a team setting supporting various tasks and activities
Provide general administrative support greeting and forwarding visitors to appropriate areas, supporting reception etc.
Provide general assistance during public relations events and regular campaigns
Maintain strict confidentiality of all matters pertaining to the program participants
Adhere to policies and procedures relating to the programs.
Work in compliance with the Ontario Health & Safety Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures
Perform other position related duties as required.