Senior Food Box Distribution Aide
About The Position
Assist with the setup and breakdown of the distribution area, including tents, tables, pallets, chairs, and other assigned duties. Transport pallets containing Senior Food Boxes from the warehouse to the outside distribution area (specific to El Centro). Carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds throughout the distribution process and place them in participants' vehicles and walk-in carts. Return empty pallets to the warehouse once distribution is complete. Provide assistance in directing traffic. Ensure the distribution site is thoroughly cleaned after the event. Perform tasks requiring lifting and/or standing under extreme outdoor temperatures during both summer and winter. Assist EFDN+ staff as needed. Execute other duties as assigned. Follow established program protocols. Adhere to all agency policies and procedures. Participate in departmental meetings, online webinars, and other training opportunities
Requirements
- Knowledge of Catholic Charities services and resources.
- Ability to perform specific tasks such as lifting and/or standing exposed to extreme outdoor temperatures.
- Knowledge of/familiarity with or ability to quickly learn the resources and programs that are available within the community/county to assist seniors, the homeless, and other indigent populations.
- Knowledge of the community resources, health, and social services systems in Imperial County.
- Ability to organize and plan own work.
- Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
- A flexible, proactive approach to work including the ability to prioritize and re-prioritize.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality and possess the skill to establish working relationships with community partners.
- Knowledge of/familiarity with/sensitivity to the cultural background of populations served by the Catholic Charities
- Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner
- Commitment to the mission and values associated with the agency and the program, including, social justice, respect for others, health, & well-being
- Valid California Driver’s License and current automobile insurance in compliance with Agency requirements.
- Successful completion of a live scan, and Federal debarment requirements
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (Desired)
- CPR or First Aid certification (Desired)
Responsibilities
- Assist with the setup and breakdown of the distribution area, including tents, tables, pallets, chairs, and other assigned duties.
- Transport pallets containing Senior Food Boxes from the warehouse to the outside distribution area (specific to El Centro).
- Carry boxes weighing up to 35 pounds throughout the distribution process and place them in participants' vehicles and walk-in carts.
- Return empty pallets to the warehouse once distribution is complete.
- Provide assistance in directing traffic.
- Ensure the distribution site is thoroughly cleaned after the event.
- Perform tasks requiring lifting and/or standing under extreme outdoor temperatures during both summer and winter.
- Assist EFDN+ staff as needed.
- Execute other duties as assigned.
- Follow established program protocols.
- Adhere to all agency policies and procedures.
- Participate in departmental meetings, online webinars, and other training opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
