Donations Aide

Donations Aide SOME, Inc. - 3.9 Washington, DC Job Details Full-time $17.95 - $19.00 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications CPR Certification Expiration dates monitoring Truck driving Volunteer management Inventory management Labeling First aid High school diploma or GED Driver's License First Aid Certification Conflict management Working with individuals with mental health conditions 1 year Entry level Time management Full Job Description SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. 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 rate for this position is $17.95 to 19.00 per hour. The Donations Aide receives, sorts, stores, and distributes non-monetary donations on a daily basis.

Location :

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

Schedule:

Tuesday - Saturday, 6:30 am - 2:30 pm (40 hours per week)

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:

Non-Monetary Donations Coordination 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 Conflict resolution skills 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 50 pounds to move donations. May be required to sit, stand, bend, lift and carry items throughout the day.

To Apply:

Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

Position Designation:

This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to 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. 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 . This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries. To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here . To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding link: EEOC Know Your Rights Notice and E-Verify Program Notice .