Homelessness Prevention Specialist - Furniture Area

Open Door Mission•Omaha, NE

8d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Perform all duties around the Timberlake Outreach Center, as directed. Build relationships with volunteers in an effort to retain them. Facilitate stocking the outreach center and pantry. Check in consumers at the front desk. Our Timberlake Outreach Center provides free clothing, shoes, toys, household items, diapers, and client-choice food pantries. Additionally, it collects community donations, which are used to stock the shelves in this site as well as our other outreach locations.

Requirements

A visible relationship with Jesus Christ, and ability to share the gospel as opportunities arise.
Consistent attendance at a local Christian church.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and sit/stand/walk for prolonged periods.
Ability to repeatedly bend and lift items from floor level.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of customer service experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
Experience working with people and handling multiple tasks.
Must agree with the Open Door Mission Statement of Faith.

Responsibilities

Assist consumers with labeling furniture items, assist with getting furniture items outside to be loaded, clearly explain the furniture process to consumers from start to finish.
Make sure that the furniture items available are of good quality, dispose of unusable items, make room for incoming items.
Maintain a clean work environment in the Furniture area inside and outside of the building, ensuring aisles inside are clear and safe for consumers to walk through, that the area inside is organized and free of trash, that the area outside is clean and free of trash.
Ensure that supplies are stocked and ready for the next day.
Provide spiritual help and encouragement to volunteers and guests when the opportunity arises.

Benefits

401(K) plan with a 2% company contribution and 4% company match
Health Insurance option
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Account
Complimentary Life Insurance, Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance, and long-term disability.
PTO and paid Sick leave
11 Paid Holidays
RightNow Media Membership
Christ-centered staff culture
On-campus cafeteria with complimentary meals
On-campus exercise rooms