Donation Center Attendant

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 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.

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.