Christmas Support Worker

The Christmas Support Worker provides support to the Lethbridge Community and Family Services during the Christmas season on a temporary basis.

• Assist with the set-up, take-down and organization of Toys for Tots distribution program.
• Assist with the scheduling and organization of volunteers.
• Receive and process donations of toys for distribution and provide assistance with packing and sorting toy donations.
• Assists with picking up toy and other donations as needed.
• Assist with recording statistical data in a clear, organized and accurate manner using the Link2Feed Client Management System.
• Receive and process telephone calls from clients requiring assistance.
• Assist with the Christmas Kettle Campaign as needed, including fulfilling kettle shifts, picking up kettles, and counting kettle income.
• Assists with other ministry unit Christmas functions.
• Perform other position related duties as required

*NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation.

Education/Certifications:

• Completed Secondary School.
• Must provide an original copy of a Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required. The screening is secured either through the national Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment
• Must provide an original copy of a current Alberta "Class 5" Driver's License and current Driver's Abstract.
• May require screening through The Salvation Army Abuse Registry.

Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset.
• Volunteer management skills

• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision but also able to accept direction when necessary.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy work environment.
• Good organization, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and disciplined.
• Lead by example, by demonstrating a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and be flexible in the face of change.
• Ability to maintain information in confidence and exercise good judgement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability.
• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
• Participate in mandatory orientation training, on-going professional development and training.
• Participate in regular supervision.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and safety policies and procedures.
• Proficient in working in a computerized environment; must demonstrate strong skills using Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Power Point
• Represent the organization in a positive, professional and engaging manner.
• Must comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures and associated legislation.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.Develop an understanding and support for the mission and purpose of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as related to position responsibilities

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

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

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.