Family Care Centre Worker

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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.

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.

Program Support Facilitate and/or coordinate Family Care Centre programs as needed including but not limited to:
Cooking, sewing, language, family, VBS, day camp, Pathways of Hope etc. Have knowledge of Community Supports. Actively promote all Kitchener Community and amily Care Centre programs. Assist with the annual Share the Warmth program.

Christmas Kettle Fundraising Coordinate the annual Christmas Kettle Campaign from October – December with support from Director and Executive Directors. Oversee several Christmas Kettle locations. Assist with recruiting and onboarding support staff and volunteers. Ensure timesheets and mileage reports are submitted accurately and timely. Supervise, support and assign staff and/or volunteers throughout the campaign. Orient and remind staff/volunteers on proper Kettle handling and duties as required.

Client Management Greet clients and answer phones as required Conduct initial intake applications and screen clients for assistance including food, clothing and household needs. Ensure all clients are treated with dignity and respect and maintain all information in confidence. Make referrals as needed.

EDS Coordinates EDS schedules and communicates regularly with volunteers. Keep EDS van stocked with supplies Maintain records On occasion, be available to help support Sunday meal program.

Reporting Maintain reporting systems including Link2

Feed Ontario, referral sheets and appointment books. Maintain confidentiality and keep accurate statistical records Retain reports and statistics for Family Care Centre programs. Perform other related duties as required.

Governance Boards and Councils:
None

Internal:
Management, coworkers, volunteers, clients

External:
General Public, Community partners

This position reports directly to the Family Care Centre Director, or Designate Provide support, assistance, and demonstrate work methods to new staff and volunteers The incumbent may be responsible to provide supervision and direction for volunteers each day and temporary seasonal kettle staff. May be responsible for up to 40 volunteers involved in programs.

May receive and process community donations, food deliveries and assist with overall Family Care Centre operations. Accepts non-monetary donations. May pick up Kettles during Seasonal Campaign.

This is a permanent full-time position based on 37.5 hours per week. Range of pay is $21.28 – 23.28. Schedule may vary according to requirements of responsibilities. Some evening and week-end work may be required. Flexibility in scheduling is essential. Working environment is typically at the Family Care Centre in generally agreeable conditions. This job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently, working in a sitting, and standing position for…