CFS Worker

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.

Job Description:

Position Purpose summary:  

The Family Services Worker assists in organization of client/family assistance. The primary focus of this role is Foodbank Intake, recruiting participants and organizing applications for Scotian Glen Camping Ministries, and assisting with the Seasonal Campaign as directed.

Accountabilities:

Client Services:

• Conducts initial intake assessments; determining the clients’ immediate needs and provides appropriate support. Including, but not limited to
• Evaluation of client/protection issues
• Feed Nova Scotia and The Salvation Army Link 2 Feed intake
• Referral to POH case worker
• Scotian Glen Camping ministries
• Identifies when the client needs to be referred to the CFS Program supervisor for complex family services support.
• Identifies clients' spiritual needs; provides appropriate support including prayer and connecting with Sydney Community Church spiritual care.
• Maintains confidentiality and keeps accurate client files and statistical records.
• Assists in the organization, maintenance and general cleanliness of the family services and food bank area.
• Contributes to the Christmas campaign under the direction of CFS program supervisor.
• Maintain the Standards and Procedures
• Maintain the Cleanliness of the Foodbank and Foodbank Area
• Work and maintain the monthly reports.
• Meeting the clients and taking care of the foodbank
• Meet the Feed Nova Scotia truck on scheduled days.
• Unload the truck donations and put in appropriate sections – freezer, fridge, pantry, etc.
• Responsible for avoiding food wastage by ensuring that the freezer/fridge foods go in the appropriate freezer / fridge.
• Weigh all food donations and ensure that proper documentation is completed for recording.
• Packing orders and assisting in the foodbank
• Recording the services provided in the system
• Maintain the Standards and Procedures
• Meet with the Christmas Committee – participate in the planning, organizing of Christmas activities.
• Other duties as required and assigned -  because The Salvation Army Sydney Community Church includes the ministries of both Community and Family Services operations and both Thrift Store Operations as well as the church functions, it is the expectation that everyone work together as a team and therefore, there are times when you may be called upon to assist in areas outside your normal area of responsibility.

Working Conditions:

• Working environment is typically in the office in generally agreeable conditions
• Travel within Cape Breton Regional Municipality– using a Salvation Army program vehicle
• The work requires frequent amount of standing, walking, bending, repetitive lifting, and the ability to lift up to 39 pounds with no assistance from others.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Submit as required a Police Record Check (vulnerable sector check) that is acceptable to The Salvation Army in its sole discretion if applicable. 

Kindly review the eligibility criteria for the Canada Summer Jobs program using the link below before applying.

 https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/applican…

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must meet program eligibility requirements, including age and legal status criteria. 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. 

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• High School diploma, plus additional education in the social work or human services field
• Able to provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:

• Up to one year related experience
• Respect and understanding of The Salvation Army - its mission, culture, and values

Skills and Capabilities:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding for individuals of diverse social and cultural backgrounds
• Good computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Good team player.
• Good oral and writing skills.

This is a temporary full time position.

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 [email protected] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.