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.
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.
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.
Job Description:
Position Purpose summary:
The Mobile Outreach Worker will provide support and service to the community through “Operation Mobilizing Hope” and deliver food assistance to those in need.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Training
- Coordinate Food Safety – including Food Handler Course training for volunteers and staff.
- Monitor volunteer services to ensure consistency with program criteria.
- Train volunteers to perform duties required for the Operation Mobilizing Hope program.
- Coordinate driver training when necessary.
Practical
- Coordinate and schedule volunteers assisting with menu planning (and costing), food preparation, food distribution on the Outreach vehicle, cleanup, and participate as part of the team.
- Coordinate with outreach/evangelism volunteers for conversation and prayer ministry at the OMH stations.
- Take inventory to ensure all material assistance items are in stock and re-order when necessary.
- Purchase as required all necessary supplies to prepare meals on site as needed and serve meals to clients.
- Direct the loading of the vehicle with prepared food for outreach services.
- Report any maintenance needs of the EMS Vehicle to the EDS Department Regional Director.
- Collaborate with local churches and food bank agencies for meal donations for the outreach program.
Administration
- Develop knowledge and understanding of existing services and resources in the community, including those provided by other Salvation Army Ministry Units.
- Liaise with other Ministry Units where applicable.
- Work within budget requirements for OMH, collating and submitting all receipts/invoices to corps Administrative Assistant in a timely manner.
- Maintain file of weekly worksheets, collating information on numbers of meals served and food temperatures.
- Submit a monthly report to the Corps Officers, including an activity log.
Information Resources
- Create and maintain an outreach resource database that contains a current listing of volunteers, contacts, and statistics.
Perform other position related duties as required.
MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:
- This position reports directly to the Corps Officer or designate.
- Oversees 8 to 12 volunteers that varies from week to week.
- The incumbent is responsible for the oversight and organization of the weekly feeding program with supervision of volunteers, which includes training, recruitment, and orientation.
FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:
- Incumbent would have the ability to purchase some food supplies and associated materials.
- Budget amount will vary from week to week and depend on program needs and funding.
Working Conditions:
- This is a permanent part-time position based on 12 hours per week.
- The supervisor will set hours of work and work schedule.
- Schedule will vary according to menu plans, availability of volunteers, etc.
- Flexibility in scheduling is required.
- Ability to lift/move more than 20 lbs.
- Travel is required for this position and will require using a TSA program vehicle.
Normal hours of work:
- Generally, food preparation will take place on Wednesday afternoon.
- The Operation Mobilizing Hope ministry takes place on Wednesday’s 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm with unloading and cleanup of van and kitchen afterward (and return of the van to London Village).
- Balance of hours used in meal planning, grocery shopping, and recruitment and scheduling of volunteers, etc.
The above responsibilities must be performed in keeping with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, and Values, in a professional manner, upholding our code of conduct.
Education and experience Qualifications:
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
- Completion of a Community College Diploma in Social Services or equivalent field of study.
- Current, valid Safe Food Handling and First Aid/CPR Certifications are required or willingness to obtain.
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:
- Minimum of two (2) years of prior related experience, including, experience working with multi-barriered persons.
- Knowledge of community-based resources.
- Valid Ontario class “G” Driver’s License, and a current original copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.
Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Skills and Capabilities:
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity, good judgment, and ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality.
- Represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner.
- Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
- Self-motivated/disciplined able to work independently as well as a responsible team member.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service skills.
- Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.
- 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:
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 if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.
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