Christmas Support Worker

The Salvation Army in Canada

. Support Community and Family Services during the Christmas season on a temporary basis .

Posted 11/3/2026part-timeOakville • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$19 - CA$28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in processing and sorting donations, while effectively supporting community services in alignment with The Salvation Army's mission. Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Microsoft Office ProficiencyValid Ontario Class G Driver's LicenseCommunity-Based Program ExperienceAbility to Lift/Move Up to 20 LbsBackground Check Compliance

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Hard Skills

Donation ProcessingStatistical Data RecordingToy and Food SortingDistribution PreparationVehicle Operation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsIntegrityAdaptabilityPunctualityProfessional Representation

Tools & Technologies

Email ProgramsInternet-Based Programs

Industry Keywords

Community ServicesThe Salvation ArmyHealth and Safety ComplianceOH&S ActChristmas Program Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Community and Family Services during the Christmas season on a temporary basis
Process, unload, document, and sort toy and food donations for the Christmas program
Prepare donated items for distribution
Pick up food and toy donations from community donors using a program vehicle
Set up and take down the toy and food Christmas hamper distribution centre
Sort toy donations
Record statistical data clearly, accurately, and in an organized manner
Assist with the Kettle campaign where needed
Perform other related duties as required
Perform duties in accordance with The Salvation Army’s Mission, Vision, Values, and code of conduct
Work Monday through Saturday across day, afternoon, evening, weekend, and split shifts as scheduled

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed High School or equivalent
Minimum of one (1) year of prior related experience working in community-based programs would be a definite asset
Strong skills in all Microsoft Office products
Good working knowledge and experience with email and internet-based programs
Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s License
Personal vehicle required and insurance
Current copy of driver’s abstract for review and verification satisfactory to The Salvation Army
Ability to lift/move up to 20 lbs. (11.34 kgs) safely
Ability and willingness to undergo applicable screening and background checks successfully, including The Salvation Army Abuse Registry, and provide an original copy of a Background Check screening
Ability and willingness to develop an understanding and support for The Salvation Army’s mission and purpose in Canada
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Excellent interpersonal skills, integrity, and adaptability
Work in compliance with the OH&S Act and Regulations and The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures
Honest, courteous, and punctual; represent the organization in a positive, professional, and engaging manner
Treat The Salvation Army’s property with due care and caution

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible scheduling; hours may increase up to 37.5 hours per week as operational requirements dictate
Reasonable accommodation upon request