Divisional Community Services Coordinator

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Divisional Community Services Coordinator
The Salvation Army
Work From Home - Ontario

Closes in 4 days (Fri, 7 Mar)
Full time • $49,920.00 - $56,160.00

Position Purpose Summary:

The Divisional Community Services Coordinator will assist the Divisional Community Services Consultant (DCSC) in planning, developing, organizing, and delivering advisory services to corps-related Community Services (CS) facilities. Support efforts to achieve standardization, assist in developing outcome measurement tools, and contribute to identifying and implementing best practices in community service settings.

Accountabilities:

1. General
   • Work closely with DCSC, Area Commanders (AC), Divisional Secretary for Mission Resources and CS operations to identify opportunities for development of program and services.
   • Aware of internal and external community resources and trends in programs and services and assists ministry units (MUs) with making those connections.
   • Design and present oral, written and electronic supportive materials for applicable projects, processes and training needs.
   • Assist in writing proposals and grant applications, as required.
   • Assist DCSC in conducting operational reviews/MU health checks of CS units across the division at the request/recommendation of AC or others as appropriate.
   • Manage correspondence from internal and external inquiries as it relates to Community Services.
   • Responsible for creating innovative and strategic planning initiatives to enhance existing programming in various communities.
   • Liaise with local and regional CFS ministry units and like community agencies to expand networking opportunities.
   • Aide in the education of ministry units to ensure compliance with established Ontario CS standards and best practices; potential service programming and aide in the development of standard best practices for CFS programming and service provision.
   • Attend ministry units and support service delivery, as appropriate.
2. Administration
   • Research, plan, and complete data analysis for program, recording statistics, writing, and submitting reports.
   • Follow direction on the compliance and adherence to Operating Policies and Procedures (i.e., gift cards etc.).
   • Ensure accurate collection and maintenance of data, while providing statistical reports in accordance with The Salvation Army policy and applicable legislation; assist the DCSC in the evaluation/outcomes measurement.
3. Health and Safety
   • Responsible for the following, and work in compliance with the Ontario Health & Safety Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures Regulations, use personal prescribed safety equipment and clothing as directed by the employer, report workplace hazards, dangers, injuries or illness, work in a manner as required by the employer, and report workplace injuries or illness.

Perform other related duties as required.

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:

Internal:

• Supervisor, Area Commanders, Ministry Unit Leaders, Volunteers, Staff

External:

• Community (donors, participants, community agencies)

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:

• Reports directly to: Divisional Community Services Consultant

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• Responsible for tracking, booking of individual travel, meals, hotels, cars, and courses following The Salvation Army Policy.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This is a regular full-time position based on 40 hours per week.
• Remote work/office/local facilities/ministry unit settings
• Some flexibility in scheduling is required.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 20 lbs.
• This job requires reaching, bending, and stooping frequently, working in a standing position for periods of time and sitting at a desk.
• Sitting for long periods including keyboarding
• Driving to various community and ministry units (valid driver’s license required)
• Some travel (10-20%) across the province by car, plane or train is required.
• May be exposed to the risk of minor harm, injury or illness

Normal Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday and includes a ½ unpaid meal break. Some flexibility in scheduling may be required.

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, Experience, Qualifications, Certifications, Skills:

Education, Qualifications and Certifications:

• Completion of an Undergraduate University Degree, in related Social Services field of study.

Experience and Knowledge Requirements:

• Minimum of four (4) years of prior related experience in specialized community service programs and experience working with multi-barriered persons.
• Experience in researching and planning successful community initiatives particularly those geared to marginalized populations in the non-profit sector.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office products is required – i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle and insurance is required.

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills and Capabilities:

• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals and resolve problems that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Effective analytical, problem solving and evaluation skills with an ability to investigate and to successfully resolve problems and issues.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks; the ability to complete assignments and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a professional, positive, and engaging manner.
• Self-motivated/disciplined and able to work as part of a team.
• Treat the property of The Salvation Army with due care and caution.
• Strong sense of integrity and confidentiality with professional ethics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal skill and customer service skills.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, good judgment, and ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• 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.
• 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.

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