Clothing Coordinator

Clothing Coordinator- Samaritan House Denver

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927.

We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Clothing Coordinator at Catholic Charities:

• Receive, sort, distribute and store all non-financial donations and supplies.
• Inventory all incoming donations.
• Sort and store all donations within the warehouse and the clothing room.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the clothing area used by participants.
• Sort and distribute all donated office supplies to specific departments as needed.
• Coordinates sorting and distribution of clothing donated to the clothing room.
• Assists participants in filling their clothing requests.
• Assists the operations department when they are shorthanded or a staff member is absent.
• Attends required meetings.
• Supports and educates residents and volunteers on warehouse operations.
• Reflects Catholic Charities' commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to pass a physical before employment.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to quickly shift priorities as needed.
• Knowledge of the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.
• Ability to interact with participants and donors with the ability to relate to them on their level.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); and one year related experience in retail, warehouse and customer service.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: $19.29 per hour.

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits : In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
• Sabbatical Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal growth. Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent's premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

EEO/AA

Catholic Charities of Denver