Basic Needs Program Assistant

2 weeks ago


London, Canada LUSO COMMUNITY SERVICES Full time

LUSO Community Services is a neighbourhood resource centre dedicated to promoting inclusiveness, well-being and prosperity in the London community. We provide programs and services in the London community for children, youth, families, and seniors of culturally diverse and ethnic backgrounds.

**BASIC NEEDS PROGRAM ASSISTANT**
- **Monday: 9:00am-3:30pm**:

- **Tuesday: 8:00am-3:00pm**:

- **Wednesday 9:30-4:30pm**:

- **Thursday: 8:00am-3:00pm**:

- **Friday: 9am-12:00pm**

**KEY PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**1.** **Community Support Portable**:Provide basic needs support to families accessing service that are impacted by poverty. Portable offers services such as: emergency food access, baby good and diapers, clothing as well as providing information, referrals etc.

**2.** **NE London & Argyle London Food Bank mobile sites**:Weekly food bank service for NE London and Argyle residents; assist with all aspects of the Food Bank including setting up, cleaning up, client intake and maintaining statistics.

**3.** **Basic Needs and Food Security Initiatives**:Good Food Box Program, London Food Coalition, Winter Boots etc. The Assistant will support the Basic Needs Coordinator with various aspects of these initiatives, including food pick-up. **Must be able to lift 30 lbs on a regular basis.**

**4.** **Community Workshops & Activities**: Food Families, Financial Literacy and community activities to support resident engagement

**6.** **Administrative work**:Assist with maintaining statistics for the various programs, including attendance, demographics, conducting program surveys, etc.,

**7.** **Other duties** assigned by the Basic Needs Coordinator within the scope of the position

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Post-secondary program related to human and social services (ie. Social Service Worker, Social Work, Community Development etc.)
- Previous experience working with vulnerable populations including children, youth, adults and seniors
- Experience working with newcomers and immigrant populations is an asset.
- Must be comfortable working in a community setting and interacting in-person with community members
- Must be organized, possess good time management, and have efficient work habits.
- Must be able to work independently and accomplish tasks in a timely manner.
- Must be highly energetic, empathetic, creative, and reliable
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and basic computer skills
- **A second language is an asset, particularly in Spanish, Arabic or Nepali**:

- **Access to a reliable vehicle on a daily basis is a requirement**:

- Successful completion of a Vulnerable Persons Policing Screening and Records Check before commencing employment
- CPR and First Aid Certification required before commencing employment
- Safe Food Handling would also be an asset before commencing employment

**WAGE: $20.50/per hour**

POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL IT IS SUCCESSFULLY FILLED.

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 7 months

**Salary**: $20.50 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-08-21


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