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: This position is to help with our Community Family Services within Summerside Ministry Unit. Helping with the food bank as well as our programs offered through CFS. Accountabilities: TASKS: Help maintain the cleanliness of all areas used by the Community & Family Services team and clients (meeting rooms and washrooms, etc.) Assist with sorting and putting away grocery stock Assist with organizing the weighing of food donations and recording the required information. Assist with repackaging larger donations in family-size portions (i.e., coffee, rice, flour, sugar) Break down boxes and discard them in the cardboard bin May assist the volunteer in picking up food donations and food rescues within the community Participating in fundraising events Performs general janitorial duties such as; Cleaning the Food bank area, client waiting area and client washrooms. Sweeping and mopping floors Sanitizing tables/doors and other surface areas as needed. Restocking supplies in the washrooms/ dining room area. Assist with the soup-kitchen community lunch meal. Greet guests Help Package/plate desserts Serve guests a lunch meal Clean tables & wash dishes Empty garbage/recycling/compost bins Assist with the Food Bank food drives/collections, as needed Assist with all programs within CFS Other duties as needed Accountabilities Written and Verbal Communication Able to keep accurate accounts of confidential client information Working Condition Typically, in the foodbank area and the Soup Kitchen area Some outside activities, especially during the Christmas Season Education, Qualifications and Certifications: Grade 12 or equivalent Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully that are satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion. Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements No experience necessary, as training will be provided. Compensation: The target hiring range for this position is $16.50 to $16.90 with a maximum of $20.28. 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.Accommodations@salvationarmy.ca if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you. Our employees are motivated by the fulfillment and meaning they experience as they serve people in need across Canada and Bermuda. Whether at the front-lines or in a support role, as part of our team you’ll work alongside a diverse and skilled group of purpose-driven professionals, empowered to provide exceptional service. We deeply value the relationships we build in the workplace, as well as the opportunities given to us such as the potential to experience flexibility at work, receive health and dental benefits, paid vacation and sick time, RRSP’s, as well as to expand our skills and advance our careers as together we build a culture of continuous learning and growth. If you're looking for a career that allows you to find meaning, make an impact, and one that challenges you to grow and become the best version of yourself, join our dynamic team. There is a place for everyone to belong at The Salvation Army.
