Food Pantry Coordinator

The Salvation Army • Reading, PA

13h • $15

About The Position

Position Overview: Provide all necessary services to families and individuals participating in The Salvation Army’s Food Pantry Program.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Valid PA State Driver’s License
• Must possess good interpersonal skills and a desire to work with disadvantaged families and individuals
• Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and PA DHS Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check.
• In addition, completion of a Pennsylvania approved Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training is necessary prior to employment.
• Must understand and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish / English, verbally and written, highly preferred to best serve the community.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organization within the food pantry based on food pantry policies and procedures
• Maintains client record in the Service Point database according to THQ guidelines (training provided)
• Maintains client records in Helping Harvest Food Bank’s Statistical Program.
• Rotate daily bread/pastry donations in lobby.
• Rotate food by the FIFO system (First In, First Out).
• Track temperature log and daily weights of food donations.
• Maintain Agency Weights spreadsheet and submit to Director of Social Services.
• Compile and submit monthly food bank stats to Director of Social Services.
• Compile and submit food assistance statistical information for United Way reporting as requested.
• Ensure all client data and paperwork related to food assistance is accurate and up to date including tracking of annual self-declarations.
• Assist in the distribution of food, clothing, or other donated items as appropriate including Holiday Assistance
• Provide insight and program overview to community agencies and community members as needed.
• Provide referrals to community-based social services when applicable.
• Create general and emergency food boxes/bags as requested through referrals and walk-in’s.
• Assist in the purchasing and ordering of Holiday Assistance food programs (Thanksgiving Distribution and Adopt-A-Family programs).
• Recruits, trains, schedules, and provides daily supervision of food pantry volunteers.
• Participate in Food Bank related meetings as required.
• Participate in various community meetings and programs as necessary.
• Ensure all staff members are trained in Civil Rights Training per Dept. of Agriculture policies and procedures.
• Keep food pantry stocked and cleaned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
• Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
• Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
• Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Remitted Tuition Program
• Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees