Job Description

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.

The EDSSocial Services Assistant providesassistanceandsupportto EDS Specialists and the Divisional Director of EDSfor the operation of the local Emergency Disaster Services program, according to divisional and territorial policies, procedures, and standards.

Accountabilities:

Service Responsibilities:

• lncooperationwith the EDS Specialists and the Divisional Director of EDS,assistwith the provision of 24-hour 7 days a week Emergency Disaster Services forthecatchment area as situations and/or the Government MOU dictate.

• Assistwith the organizing and delivery of training courses within the catchment area.

• Assist the EDS Specialists and the Divisional Director of EDS in ensuring that clients receive pastoral care, emotional & spiritual support and referrals as needed

• Assistthe EDS Specialists and the Divisional Director of EDS in ensuringassistanceis provided with respect to clients' immediate material needs, i.e., food, water, and clothing.

• Assistwithmaintainingand keeping in a state of readiness all vehicles and equipment assigned tothe Emergency Disaster Services program.

• Assistwith ensuring that designated operators of EDS assigned vehicles properlymaintainthe service units.

• Assistin the development of a response strategy (assistingwith thepreparation of EDS manuals and other relevant materials) that will reflect the different regions within the catchment area.

• May provide supervision and oversight to volunteers during a deployment when directed by thelncidentCommander.

• Perform other position related duties asrequired

Organizational Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the Mission of The Salvation Army in Canada and its implications as

related to position responsibilities

• Maintain information in confidence asrequired

• Participate as an active and responsible team member

• Represent the organization in a professional and engaging manner andassistpersonnel whom

the position supports in developing those skills asrequired

• Participate in supervision and regular performance reviews/evaluations asrequired

• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army's health and

safety policies and procedures.

• Ongoing training and certification in all Salvation Army Territorial EDS aspects isrequired

• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training

• Perform other position related duties asrequired

Accounting:

• Assist, whenrequired,with the processing of invoices, receipts, andvehicle monthly charges inourfinancial managementsystem

• Assist, whenrequired,with thereceipt and control for use of all gift cards

• Assist, whenrequired,with providingphotocopyingand/or scanningservices, data entry and related tasks related to financial matters

• Perform other position related duties asrequired

Administration:

• Answerphone, respond to general inquiries, and transfers calls, as necessary

• Open and distribute in-coming mail and processes out-going mail including materials of a confidential nature; receives parcel(s) and distributes to theappropriate person(s)

• Assistwith maintenance ofcurrent fixed asset inventory, supply inventory and orders,and other related items asnecessary

• Assistswith the recruitment, onboarding, and engagement of EDS volunteers

• Assistswith the completion of,maintenance of, and submission of,reports, forms, and statistics as per EDS standards

• Perform other position related duties asrequired

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Internal:

• Various Ad Hoc Committees as assigned

External:

• Clients,visitorsand volunteers

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY

• Reports directly to theEDS Specialist(s)in the Calgary office of EDSand indirectly to other EDS Specialists in the division and to the Divisional Director of Emergency Disaster Services, Prairies & Northern Territories Division

• No direct reports but may provide incidental assistance/supportoversightto staffor volunteers during an EDS deployment

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Has no formal financial authority to spend funds;mayassistwithinputtinginvoices into Financial Management Systemorassistwith management and organization of receipts

• Assistswith management, safekeeping, effectiveusageand/ordistribution of materials

• Assistswith managementof andmaintainingCommunity Response Units (CRU's) in region

• Assistswithmaintaininginventory offixed assets,office supplies, gift certificates/cards, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work environment is typically in an office, warehouse,or at work sites within residential settings, and though notdirectly linkedto duties of the role, work site may provide exposure to the following disagreeable conditions:

• Dealing with angry and abusive people

• Exposure to bodily fluids, bodily wastes

• Exposure to drugs,alcoholand solvents

• Exposure to infectious diseases

• Other dangerous situations

• Sharp objects (i.e.needle sticks, knives,and weapons)

• Works ingenerally agreeableconditions but mayencounterfrequent interruptions and the need to multitaskand workenvironment has equipment and general office noise (i.e people talking, phones ringing, etc.)

• Warehouse work will involvepossibility of cleaning and lifting objects up to 50 lbs

• Requires little to no travel

• Flexibility as participation in response, meetings,conferencesand other events may involve long
  work daysand/or evening/weekend work.

• During a disaster response incident, this position may be asked to support (directly or indirectly) on-site disaster relief operations This may include operating in “hardship conditions” where basic amenities, such as power and water, may not be readily available. Working conditions during a disaster response incident may be extremely hectic and stressful and involve extended hours.

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:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Valid Driver’s Licencewould be an asset;in order todrive work vehicles a valid license and a clean driver’s abstract must be provided

• A Criminal Background Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, isrequired

Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements

• One year of prior related experience, including, experience dealing with office equipment and tools, would be an asset

Skills and Capabilities:

• Attention to detail, problem solving, and analytical skills.

• Able and willing to complete assigned duties in a safe and efficient manner and able tolift upto50lbs

• Demonstrated ability to work instressfulhigh-paced environments.

• Strong senseof integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics and a balanced sense offairness and flexibility.

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Attentive listening skills.

• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills.

• Strong organization and administrative skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to work with computers including Microsoft Word, Power Point,Exceland Databases

• Communicates well in person, via e-mail or on the phone

• Willing to wear Salvation Army logo and branded wear

• Willing to adhere to Salvation Army policies, procedures, and principles

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $17.45 to $21.81 with a maximum of $26.17.

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.caif you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.