Seasonal Support Worker (9314)

The Salvation Army; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Christiansburg, VA is seeking a Seasonal Support Worker to provide seasonal social services, administrative and warehouse support for Angel Tree programs. You will assist clients, manage applications, and ensure accurate records while safely transporting donations and staff during peak periods.

The role requires ability to lift light loads, work Monday through Saturday as a full-time team member, and collaborate with donors, volunteers, and staff across a range of settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience handling, storing, loading and unloading materials.
• Valid driver's license required and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist clients applying for Angel Tree assistance.
• Determine eligibility and schedule appointments.
• Enter client information into the Angel Tree database.
• Transport donations and operate Salvation Army vehicles as needed.
• Maintain warehouse organization and support distribution activities.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Material handling experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: PMC-New River Valley Corps - CHRISTIANBURG, VA 24073, Salary Range: $12.77 - $12.85 Hourly, Job Category: Christmas, ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Schedule/Hours: Monday-Saturday (Full Time)

Pay: $12.77-$12.85

This position is responsible for:

The Seasonal Support Worker is responsible for providing seasonal social service, administrative, warehouse, and transportation support for The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree and holiday programs. The position assists clients with applications and distribution, maintains accurate client information, supports donation and warehouse activities, and safely transports donations, employees, and volunteers as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet, interview, and assist clients applying for Angel Tree assistance.


• Determine client eligibility according to program guidelines.


• Schedule client appointments and provide accurate program information.


• Enter and maintain client information in the Angel Tree database.


• Check in and assist clients during Angel Tree distribution.


• Maintain confidentiality of client information.


• Assist clients with receiving and transporting Angel Tree items.


• Staff Angel Tree locations during peak periods as assigned.


• Assist with canned food, coat, toy, and other seasonal donation drives.


• Load, unload, sort, and properly place donated items in the warehouse.


• Assist with warehouse setup, breakdown, organization, and cleanliness.


• Safely operate Salvation Army vehicles to transport donations, goods, employees, volunteers, and kettle workers.


• Set up and break down materials for seasonal events.


• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry, push, or pull materials, supplies, and equipment weighing less than 25 pounds.


• Ability to occasionally lift boxes containing materials and donations.


• Ability to load, unload, secure, and protect goods.


• Ability to use and move equipment such as dollies and hand trucks.


• Ability to perform duties requiring a combination of standing, walking, and sitting.


• Ability to set up and break down materials and equipment for events.


• Ability to meet the physical and attendance requirements of the position.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a combination of office, warehouse, community/event, and vehicle environments.


• Duties involve regular interaction with clients, donors, employees, volunteers, and members of the public.


• Work may include warehouse activities such as receiving, moving, loading, and unloading donated items.


• The position may be assigned to Angel Tree stations at area locations during peak periods.


• Duties may require driving Salvation Army vehicles for donation pickups/deliveries or transportation of seasonal workers.


• Work involves light physical activity through a combination of standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

Qualifications: WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or G.E.D.


• Two years of experience in receiving, storing, loading, and unloading materials; OR


• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver's license required.


• Must meet The Salvation Army's driver eligibility requirements for operating Salvation Army vehicles.

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