Seasonal Support Worker (9159)

The Salvation Army; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Newport News, VA is seeking a seasonal employee to support the Angel Tree program. The role involves greeting clients, determining eligibility for assistance, and maintaining confidentiality of information.

You will also enter intake data, assist with distribution, and help with vehicle pickups and donations as needed. Responsibilities include warehouse tasks, loading and unloading items, and supporting seasonal drives while providing courteous service to donors and the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.; AND
• Two years of experience in receiving, storing, unloading materials; OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephones, schedules appointments, greets and interviews clients, determines eligibility for Angel Tree assistance based on program guidelines, and maintains confidentiality of client information.
• Accurately enters client intake information into the Angel Tree database and receives and checks in clients during Angel Tree distribution week; assists clients with receiving and transporting Angel Tree items.
• Safely operates Salvation Army vehicles, as needed, to pick up or deliver donations, goods, employees, volunteers, and kettle workers in accordance with driver eligibility requirements.
• Assists with loading, unloading, sorting, moving, and placing donated items; helps maintain an orderly warehouse and assists with warehouse setup and breakdown.
• Assists with canned food, coat, and toy drives and other seasonal operations while interacting courteously and professionally with the public and Salvation Army donors.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: PMC-VA Peninsula Corps - Newport News, VA 23608, Salary Range: $13.00 - $13.00 Hourly, Schedule/Hours: Seasonal schedule; specific days, hours, and weekly hours may vary.

This position is responsible for:

Key Responsibilities

• Answers telephones, schedules appointments, greets and interviews clients, determines eligibility for Angel Tree assistance based on program guidelines, and maintains confidentiality of client information.
• Accurately enters client intake information into the Angel Tree database and receives and checks in clients during Angel Tree distribution week; assists clients with receiving and transporting Angel Tree items.
• Safely operates Salvation Army vehicles, as needed, to pick up or deliver donations, goods, employees, volunteers, and kettle workers in accordance with driver eligibility requirements.
• Assists with loading, unloading, sorting, moving, and placing donated items; helps maintain an orderly warehouse and assists with warehouse setup and breakdown.
• Assists with canned food, coat, and toy drives and other seasonal operations while interacting courteously and professionally with the public and Salvation Army donors.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to meet attendance requirements and to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Ability to lift and carry and/or push and pull light materials, supplies, or equipment weighing less than 25 lbs., including boxes of materials and donations.
• Light mobility duties are performed through a combination of standing, walking, and sitting.
• Ability to load, unload, secure, and protect goods and to set up and break down materials at events.

Employee Benefits

• Opportunities for growth.

What we are looking for in you

• High school diploma or G.E.D.; AND
• Two years of experience in receiving, storing, unloading materials; OR
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license and the ability to pass The Salvation Army's driver eligibility requirements needed to drive Salvation Army vehicles.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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