Full Time Integrated Mission Manager

The Integrated Mission Manager provides program leadership to Woodstock Community Ministries. The work of this position supports the organizational desire to move from transactional distribution services toward relational and transformational ministry. Connected by a common mission, they will work collaboratively with the Corps and Community Ministries Officer(s) and other ministry unit staff in both Woodstock and Norwich to bring the best opportunities and outcomes forward for the people and communities served, encouraging, and supporting spiritual growth and development; promoting opportunities for corps members and volunteers to get involved with supporting individuals/families participating in the programs.

• Relevant Undergraduate University Degree, preferably in a Social Science.
• Current valid First Aid/CPR Certification and Non-violent Crisis Intervention and Prevention Certifications and Mental Health First Aid or willingness to obtain.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Minimum of three (3) years of prior related experience in social services including leadership and supervisory experience and experience working with a diverse population.
• Knowledge of community-based resources, Salvation Army programs and resources and experience networking with government and social service agencies.
• Experience in planning and managing successful community initiatives and events in the non-profit sector is preferred.
• Experience coordinating and overseeing volunteers.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license, personal vehicle required and insurance, current copy of driver’s abstract that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of community development and a demonstrated ability to create and foster strong relationships with community partners resulting in mutually beneficial collaboration.
• Committed to service excellence with a base knowledge of human resource management, and leadership principles as they relate to non-profit organizations; able to lead, coach, inspire, and motivate teams to reach their full potential, thus enhancing organizational effectiveness.
• Able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, with a non-judgmental approach, as well as the ability to work in a consultative, diplomatic, and tactful manner.
• Strategic thinker: able to see ‘the big picture’ and develop effective plans/strategies and evaluate their effectiveness in order to improve operations and programs and source new opportunities.
• Competency in making and implementing effective decisions with strong organizational, interpersonal, time management and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, good judgment, and maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Must have solid skills and experience using Microsoft Office.
• Represent The Salvation Army in a professional, positive, and engaging manner.
• Self-motivated and disciplined.
• 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 with vulnerable sector screening.
• 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.

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. You must advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.