V- Food Collection Volunteer

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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

The Salvation Army at Parramatta welcomes all people who are looking for connection, guidance or community. One of our key services to the community is in providing a safe and dignified place for community members to come to if they are finding they are unable to meet their food needs. This also provides an opportunity for connection and hope as community members open up and share their story and begin to explore ways to address their food insecurity.
- Key responsibilities

Driving: Bringing a high level of driving capability, friendly professionalism and reliability to collecting donated food.
- Vehicle care: Drivers are key in ensuring the vehicle is safe and fully operational by regularly checking tyres, fuel levels and monitoring oil and water levels. Diligently ensure vehicle is checked before each shift and rectify any issues before collecting donations, reporting issues and repairs to the Corps Officer.
- Administration: Limited to filling in the vehicle log book and ensuring an identification badge is worn at all times, as well communications with Corps Officer regarding any concerns that may arise.
- Stock handling: Unload donated food, unpack and stock shelves and fridge/freezer. Assemble food packs as required.

Qualifications and skills (desired/required)- This role requires volunteers to have a current C Class drivers license-
- Experience driving a small van is preferable-
- Customer service experience highly regarded- Capabilities and personal attributes
- Manage Self: Shows personal motivation and commitment to completing work activities effectively; regulates own behaviour and responds appropriately in all circumstances.
- Act Ethically and with Integrity: Acts consistent with TSA vision, mission and values; represents the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional way; is reliable and trustworthy.
- Show Respect: Responds in culturally appropriate ways; recognises and respects the rights and beliefs of others in a non-judgemental way.
- Communicate Effectively: Listens to others when they are speaking and asks appropriate, respectful questions; speaks at the right pace and volume for varied audiences; clarifies own understanding.
- Display Resilience: Keeps control of own emotions and remains calm in the face of challenging situations.
- Lead Safety and Wellbeing: Identifies and follows safe work practices; takes action to address hazards, near misses and incidents.

Background check requirements
- Background checks play an important part in our commitment to being a safe organisation. Where an applicant has disclosable history, the selection process includes a fair assessment and a risk management approach. Collection of personal information is handled per our privacy and confidentiality policies. Below is what is required for this role:
As this role involves driving a TSA vehicle, it requires a Police Check-
- This driving role is restricted to contact with adults only, therefore a Working With Children Check is not requiredTime commitment

The following shifts are available and shared with other volunteer drivers: Mondays 8:00am to 10:30am, Tuesdays, 9:00am to 12:00pm, and Sundays 10.30am - 12.00pm
- Development opportunities with this role
- This role will give volunteers an opportunity to develop skills working as part of a large team, and build experience in delivery and logistic activity. There will also be opportunity to experience the workings of a faith-based, not for profit organisation, transforming lives.
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. _Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a National Police Check._