Christmas Toy Support Worker

Christmas Toy Support Worker# The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda## Christmas Toy Support Worker Apply:
Onsite:
Yarmouth, NS:
Part time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
November 5, 2026 (6 days left to apply):
JR115368
** 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.
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* Job Description:

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* ** POSITION PURPOSE

SUMMARY:

** The Christmas Support Worker provides support to the Community and Family Services during the Christmas season on a temporary basis.
** ACCOUNTABILITIES:*** + Assist with processing, unloading, documenting, and sorting donations of toys and food for the Christmas program and assist with preparing donated items for distribution.  + Assist with pick-ups of food and toy donations from community donors using program vehicle.  + Assist with set up and take down of toy and food Christmas hamper distribution centre.  + Assist with sorting toy donations.  

+ Record statistical data in a clear, organized, and accurate manner.  + May assist in the Kettle campaign where needed.  + Perform other related duties as required.
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* WORKING CONDITIONS:

*** + This is a temporary position based on 0 hrs per week.  + Shifts may include days, afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and split shifts, Monday through Saturday. Applicable shifts include a 1⁄2 hour unpaid meal break.  + Flexibility in scheduling is required, as the hours may increase as per operational requirements.  + Required to wear appropriate Salvation Army identification.  + Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs.

(11.34 kgs) in a safe manner.  + Local travel may be associated with this position.
** Education, Qualifications and

Certifications:

*** + Completed High School or equivalent
** Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:*** + Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset.  + Strong skills in all Microsoft Office products and good working knowledge and experience with email and internet-based programs  + Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
** Skills and Capabilities:*** + Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.  + Ability to work with minimal supervision  + Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.  + Honest, courteous, and punctual; represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner.  + Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.  

+ 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) and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening.  + 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.
** Compensation:
** The target hiring range for this position is $18.30 to $22.87 with a maximum of $27.44.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.

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** if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.