Donation Attendant

Job Description

Job Description

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Donation Center Attendant whose function will be responsible for all matters pertaining to the operations and security of the Donation Center.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all matters pertaining to the operations and security of the Donation Center while on duty. 
• Receive and receipt, as per policy, all donated material in a courteous and efficient manner. Safeguard all donated materials and assigned equipment. 
• Courteously advise donors of material that is not acceptable. Advise donors of heavy materials that should be picked up by the route truck. 
• Maintain the Donation Center and the surrounding area in a neat and clean condition. 
• Report immediately to the supervisor the following: a) Complaints b) Damage and any unsafe conditions to the Donation Center c) Any injuries occurring on or near the Donation Center for which The Salvation Army might be liable. 
• Sort and load trailers per center policy. 
• Do not allow unauthorized personnel in the Donation Center. 
• No merchandise is to be kept, sold, or otherwise diverted without written permission from the Administrator. 
• This position will support the work therapy program component of The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Centers by providing beneficiaries with an example of professional conduct and work habits. 
• Other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Administrator.

Qualifications:

• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Good customer service skills. 

Physical Requirements:
Sitting Under 1/3 of the time, Lifting Must be able to lift 75 pounds, Push/Pull Using Machinery Over 2/3 of the time, Standing Over 2/3 of the time, Walking Over 2/3 of the time, Reaching Over 2/3 of the time, Climbing Over 2/3 of the time, Stooping Over 2/3 of the time.

About The Salvation Army Syracuse ARC:

For more than 100 years, The Salvation Army has operated rehabilitation facilities across the country that provide help and hope to individuals with a variety of problems, including issues relating to substance abuse. Our charitable residential programs offer spiritual, emotional, and social assistance in an environment designed to help participants live healthy, fulfilling lives.