by SOS69 | Sep 13, 2024 | Job Posting
Ready to make an impact with our dedicated team? Dive into a journey of purpose and impact with SOS! SOS is a volunteer-based non-profit organization meeting the needs and improving the lives of District 69 residents since 1968. SOS provides more than 25 local programs and services to all ages, including programs that meet basic needs and promote healthy living and social connections.
The Meals on Wheels Coordinator oversees and organizes the day-to-day operations of the Meals on Wheels program to provide nutritious meals to District 69 residents; including management of volunteers, preparation of route sheets and meal labels, maintaining the client database, and program intakes. You will work in partnership with our off-site meal preparation kitchen and their dietician to develop quarterly menu plans, work in the kitchen on service days to assist in meals packing and deliver meals if needed. As a member of the Administration Team, you will provide reception coverage when needed.
As an SOS team member, you’ll enjoy:
- Benefits: including health, vision, dental, group life and disability insurance, and RRSP matching.
- 2 weeks’ vacation, increasing to 3 weeks after 2 years of employment.
- Paid sick leave, in addition to 5 days paid BC sick leave.
- 4 paid bonus days off: 1 on your birthday, 2 at Christmas, and 1 at Easter.
- Dynamic, supportive, and collaborative work environment.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Ability to work both independently, and in a team in a fast-paced, busy, dynamic environment.
- Strong administrative skills, knowledge and experience in office procedures and computers (Microsoft 365, specifically Excel, Outlook, SharePoint/OneDrive) are required.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience in one-on-one client work in the social services sector, including dealing with challenging client situations, preferred.
- Previous experience in a similar role, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is an asset.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Compensation: $43,680 annual salary
Start Date: Negotiable
Deadline: September 27, 2024
Note: Offer of Employment contingent on references and a Police Information Check
Submit resume to:
Administration & Client Services Manager
Society of Organized Services (SOS),
Email: hr@sosd69.com
by SOS69 | Sep 3, 2024 | Job Posting
SOS
Child, Youth & Family Programs
CONTRACTED
MATH & ENGLISH TUTOR
Love to make a difference and support youth learning? Do you have a passion for teaching and mentoring youth? We are looking for a Contracted Tutor for our Tutoring Program for Grades 6-12 at our Parksville site.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- A qualified tutor who can teach the current BC Curriculum of Math and English to youth in Grades 6-12, who are enrolled in regular classes in School District 69.
- Provide one-on-one tutoring and support remedial learners to improve their skills in Math and/or English as well as help youth meet their learning objectives.
- Assist youth in developing study skills and organizational techniques.
- Actively engage youth and help them build a feeling of success and confidence.
- Tutoring will be based in our Parksville site at 245 Hirst Avenue West.
Qualifications:
- Teaching qualifications (preferred) and experience tutoring students.
- Strong communication skills and problem solver.
- Can maintain a positive learning environment and love working with youth.
Hours of Work: After-School Monday and Wednesday only from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (program follows the school calendar). 1 hour per student each week, 2 students per day.
Rate of Pay: $30.00 per hour
Start Date: September 16, 2024
Deadline: September 11, 2024
Note: Police Information Check and provincial Criminal Record Check required.
Submit a cover letter and resume to:
Child, Youth & Family Programs Manager,
Society of Organized Services (SOS),
PO Box 898, 245 Hirst Avenue West,
Parksville BC V9P 2G9.
Email: adminsupport@sosd69.com
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
by SOS69 | Jun 7, 2024 | Job Posting
Join our Dynamic Team! Looking for a rewarding career in the non-profit sector? SOS is an award-winning charitable organization that has been improving the lives of residents in the Parksville Qualicum Beach region since 1968. What you’ll love about SOS: Great company culture. We value each member of our team and what they bring to our organization. Our staff are passionate about their work and together we strive to maintain a positive, supportive, and respectful work environment. Work-life balance. At SOS we are serious about self-care and know that happy, healthy staff make great employees. Full-time employees start at 2-weeks’ vacation, which increases to 3 weeks after 2 years. Plus, employees get extra paid days off for their birthdays and around Christmas and Easter. Competitive salary and health benefits.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Transports donations from loading bay to pricing/sorting room.
- Operates/assists on Thrift Shop truck.
- Sorts, labels, and prices donations.
Qualifications:
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; able to drive 1 ton cube van.
- Training and/or experience in customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Physically fit; able to do heavy lifting in a safe manner.
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $18.50 per hour (+ Benefits after 6 months)
Start Date: Immediately
Deadline: Once filled
Note: Police Information Check required.
Submit resume and references to:
Thrift Shop Operations Manager,
Society of Organized Services (SOS)
PO Box 898
245 Hirst Avenue West,
Parksville, BC V9P 2G9
Email: adminsupport@sosd69.com
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
