Position Title: Logistics Worker
Organization Structure: Reports to the Program Coordinator
Job Classification: RAP Logistics
Job Status: Full-time
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Mississauga, RAP Centre
Wages: $27.47/hour for 40 hours/week (Wednesday to Sunday)
This is a bargaining unit position.
About Polycultural
Be a part of Polycultural Immigrant and Community services! Founded in 1993, Polycultural is dedicated to hosting an open and inclusive environment for all. We are a multicultural melting-pot perfectly reflecting Canada’s diversity. We are like a family, have a culture filled with care and genuine connection with a very inclusive environment for all. With a diverse range of programs and services, we help individuals and families build a brighter future in Canada. We serve clients from over eight different locations across the GTA and Orangeville in more than 20 languages.
Polycultural offers a comprehensive benefits, including paid time off at Christmas (for eligible employees), employer paid Extended Health and Dental, RRSP match, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and WorkPerks!
Scope
The RAP Support Group/Logistics Facilitator is responsible for organizing and facilitating regular group sessions for Government Assisted Refugees from various ethnic groups; the areas of facilitation will include settlement, employment, and other topics and activities. The facilitator is expected to work cooperatively with others; demonstrate flexibility in organizing work; show a high degree of initiative, discernment, and resourcefulness; must have excellent communication skills and demonstrate thoughtfulness in decision-making and assist refugee families in housing and purchasing furniture.
RAP Program Summary
RAP Centre is designed to provide immediate and essential services to Government Assisted Refugees (GARs) during the initial period after the refugee family arrives in Canada, with the focus of equipping GARs with accommodation and daily necessities, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as connections with the broader community to live safely and independently.
Responsibilities
Logistics Facilitator
Support Group Facilitator
Competencies
Adaptability
Changes behavioural style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the situation’s needs. Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives. Adapts approach and methods to achieve results; recovers quickly from setbacks and finds alternatives.
Communications
Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open communication and the exchange of information and discussion on an ongoing basis.
Teamwork
Promotes cooperation and mutual support to achieve goals. Encourages participation and mutual support.
Accountability/Dependability
Accepts responsibility for the quality of work; acknowledges and corrects mistakes. Shows up on time and meets standards, deadlines, and work schedules.
Judgement
Makes timely, informed decisions. Analyzes options and determines appropriate course of action.
Commitment to Diversity
Recognizes the value of diversity and helps create an environment that supports and embraces diversity.
Initiative
Does more than is required or expected in the job; does things that no one has requested that will improve or enhance services, avoid problems, and develops entrepreneurial opportunities. Plans ahead for upcoming issues or opportunities and takes appropriate action.
Service
Demonstrates strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers, clients, or community members, striving to ensure their complete satisfaction.
Qualifications
Other requirements
Polycultural reserves the right to post internally and externally.
In support of persons with disabilities, Polycultural asks job applicants with disabilities who require accommodation in the recruitment and selection process to please advise Human Resources if contacted for an interview/testing so that suitable accommodation can be arranged. (In compliance with AODA, 2005, Integrated Accessibility Standards). If you require assistance in sending your resume due to a disability, please get in touch with Human Resources directly.
We thank everyone for their interest in Polycultural; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services hires based on merit and is committed to employment equity.
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