Donation Center Attendant

About the Job

Donation Center Attendant

Overview:

The Salvation Army's Adult Rehabilitation Centers make a difference in people's lives. Through the collection and resale of gently used goods we are able to provide the financial support to assist men and women with a variety of social and spiritual afflictions. The in-residence rehabilitation program focuses on basic necessities with every man or woman being provided a clean and healthy living environment, good food, work therapy, leisure time activities, group and individual counseling, and spiritual direction. All our effort is focused on developing life skills and a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. More than just a job, each member of the team contributes to recycling goods that literally recycle and repair broken lives.

The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Donation Center Attendant and their 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 route truck.
• Maintain the Donation Center and surrounding area in a neat and clean condition.
• Report immediately to supervisor the following: a) Complaints b) Damage and any unsafe conditions to Donation Center c) Any injuries occurring on or near 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 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.