Corps Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Champaign, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Temporary part time, position. Maximum term of 105 total hours of work in coordination with the “YES” MOU. At The Salvation Army, we are dedicated to “Doing the Most Good”. We are made up of thousands of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for youth after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division provides these services to people in need.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience or capacity to demonstrate positive interpersonal skills and work as a cooperative team member.
Close attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality
Ability to multi-task several projects concurrently
Must have an interest and ability to work with people of diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner.
Ability to establish and implement policies and procedures.
Proficiency in computer software applications, including demonstrated experience in using email, MS Office applications.
This individual will only commit resources of The Salvation Army that have been allocated or approved.
This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position. The individual will keep the designated Supervisor informed of all critical issues relating to their area of responsibility.
This position may be required to do light to moderate physical work. Sometimes heavier.
To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to use standard office equipment including a PC and potentially make public presentations/interactions.
The work environment for this position includes an office environment with a low to moderate noise level.
This individual will adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

Nice To Haves

On the job training will be provided in association with the “YES” MOU.

Responsibilities

Adherence to a strict code of confidentiality and compliance with pantry rules and regulations.
Greet and check in guests who arrive for food assistance.
Direct guests to appropriate service providers/case managers as needed.
Answer and direct calls as needed for additional support.
Clean and sanitize work areas.
Stock shelves and/or pack grocery bags.
Distribute food carts to clients/retrieve carts from the parking lot.
Unload vehicles that arrive with donations into the warehouse.
Process and sort donations that are received in the warehouse.
Load carts in the warehouse and transport to the pantry as needed.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere through appropriate conflict management, courteous demeanor, and professional and appropriate communication practices.
Maintain compliance with The Salvation Army’s “Safe from Harm” Certification and other mandated training programs.
All other duties that pertain to work within the Food Pantry and related tasks.
Other duties as assigned by Department Heads and related staff.
Successfully satisfy the training requirements associated to the position and as required by The Salvation Army.