Donations Aide

Thea Bowman House; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

SOME (So Others Might Eat) seeks a Donations Aide to receive, sort, store, and distribute donations at our Washington, DC campus. You will assist donors, provide receipts, maintain inventory, and help keep the donations area organized. Requires HS diploma or GED and 1–3 years with the homeless or mentally ill.

Schedule: Sun–Thu, 8:00–4:00. This safety-sensitive role may involve background checks and possibly driving for pickups.

Qualifications

• Required: HS Diploma or GED; 1-3 yrs. experience working with the homeless or mentally ill
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential in a donor-facing role
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and handle inventory accurately

Responsibilities

• Receive donations and provide donation receipts
• Answer donor questions and explain SOME Programs
• Sort clothing items and label by size; maintain inventory and display clothing in Clothing Room for clients
• Sort food items and toiletries and store in warehouse
• Stock food pantry and label items for expiration
• Enforce food and clothing distribution rules for clients
• Maintain cleanliness of donations room, warehouse, and storage areas
• Oversee and supervise volunteer groups
• Drive truck to pick up donations, as needed

Skills

Mission-focused

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Professionalism

Communication with diverse audiences

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

Job description

Career Opportunities with SOME (So Others Might Eat)

A great place to work.

Career Opportunities - SOME (So Others Might Eat)

Thank you for your interest in working for SOME (So Others Might Eat)

As a faith-inspired organization, SOME was founded and built upon the belief in dignity and respect for all people. We all are worthy of it and responsible for it. Appreciation for our shared humanity and sense of community has been a central feature of our mission for over 50 years. This is the call to action that SOME represents: to serve, empower and elevate all members of ourcommunity.Aschampions of our mission, we commit to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates the diverse array of employees and clients we engage with every day.We strive to be bold in our work, knowing that to drive meaningful change, we must not shy away from discomfort.We reject all forms ofindividual and systemicdiscrimination, work actively to eliminate the abuse of privilege and power, and seek justice and equity for allwe encounter.

All positions require a criminal background check, and some positions require other pre-employment screenings such as substance abuse tests, child abuse registry check, & FBI check. All positions require three professional references, preferably from supervisors. Most positions require a two-tier interview process. Copies of required credentials will be requested upon job offer.

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] . This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC, helping them break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them.

Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

Compensation:
We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $18.40 to $19.49 and is commensurate with experience.

The Donations Aide receives, sorts, stores, and distributes non-monetary donations on a daily basis.

This position is located at our main campus on O Street in NW Washington, DC.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (40 hours per week)

Qualifications:

Required: HS Diploma or GED; 1-3 yrs. experience working with the homeless or mentally ill

Preferred License/Certification: Driver's license, CPR/First Aid

Expected Contributions:

• Receive donations and provide donation receipts
• Answer donor questions and explain SOME Programs
• Sort clothing items and label by size; maintain inventory and display clothing in Clothing Room for clients
• Sort food items and toiletries and store in warehouse
• Stock food pantry and label items for expiration
• Enforce food and clothing distribution rules for clients
• Maintain cleanliness of donations room, warehouse, and storage areas
• Oversee and supervise volunteer groups
• Drive truck to pick up donations, as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Mission-focused
• Organizational skills with an attention to detail
• Action-oriented
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize
• Demonstrates professionalism while working with customers and donors
• Able to communicate with diverse audiences

Reports To: In Kind Services Manager

Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing before or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. May be required to sit or stand for long periods. Must be able to move around all levels/floors of the building.

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at [e-mail] . This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.