Community Family Services

2 weeks ago

Victoria, Canada The Salvation Army Full time

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Community Family Services (CFS) Supervisor provides leadership and oversight for all CFS programs while also engaging with the community in various capacities.

This position is for 40 hours/week (Monday-Friday).

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**:
**Basic responsibilities**:

- Ensures that the love of Jesus Christ is exemplified in the performance of all job responsibilities and through personal example.
- Agree and adhere to The Salvation Army mission, values, and standards.
- Foster positive relations with community social services agencies/resources.

**Program Development/Leadership**:

- Work with Corps Officers to establish the framework for Community Family Services (CFS) and establish a formal program plan for CFS.
- Develop and implement effective and relevant workshops and programs for clients/families
- Organize and oversee seasonal or special programs (i.e. Christmas Hampers, Toy Distribution, Summer Camps, Food Drives, etc.)
- Train and supervise CFS volunteers
- Oversee compliance of Health & Safety Standards for CFS.
- Responsible for ongoing mapping of local social service programs for the benefit of the ministry unit and its staff and clients.
- Support significant Public Relations and local special events
- As a member of the senior leadership team, participate in appropriate committees (CRD CFS Coordinating Committee, CRD Regional Integration Forum, Community Council
- Chair)
- Direct and supervise a small CFS staff team, including a receptionist and caseworker(s).
- Approve staff absences (sickness, vacation, etc.) in HR system.
- Supports the Corps Officers in the ongoing stewarding and expansion of the Ministry Unit’s donor base.

**Client Services**:

- Provide spiritual guidance and use every opportunity to help clients become part of the Body of Christ.
- Case management of clients
- May conduct initial intake of clients
- Assist clients in making connections within the community by making meaningful referrals to community resources.
- Network with other service providers and maintain working relationships with community agencies to provide comprehensive services for clients.
- Facilitate clients connecting to spiritual programs/services offered by High Point Community Church as appropriate.

**Administration**:

- Uphold confidentiality in accordance with The Salvation Army policy and applicable legislation
- Keep accurate statistical records
- Monitor department revenue and expenses on a monthly basis.
- Receive (and/or decline) and sort/organize non-monetary donations.
- Assist in the organization, maintenance and general cleanliness of the Community Family Services Office and donation centre/ program space.

**Training**:

- Participate in ongoing training as provided.
- Make recommendations re. training for team members

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**:
**Education/Certifications**:

- The successful job applicant will have completed an Undergraduate University degree (e.g., B.A., B.Sw.)
- Alternate education and experience will be considered.

**Experience**:

- Minimum one year of prior related experience, including, experience in casework environments, which may include issues of homelessness, mental health, unemployment, abuse, addiction, parenting/ family issues.

**Required Skills/Knowledge**:

- The performance of the job requires a moderate amount of computer work.
- The job may require the use of crisis intervention skills to de-escalate situations.
- The performance of the job requires attentive listening (for supervision, casework, conflict resolution, etc.),
- The performance of the job requires an ability to respond with empathy and compassion.
- Criminal record check (vulnerable sector)
- Background check consent
- Completion of our online Praesidium Academy abuse training and any required Health and Safety training

Published

May 12, 2024

Location

Victoria, BC

Job Type

Full-time

Ministry Unit/Dept:
High Point Community Church

Salary Range:
$24.43-$30.53 per hour

Address:
949 Fullerton Ave

Posting Expires:
Until filled

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