Job Summary The Pantry Aide will assist the Community Services Manager with tasks pertaining to the food pantry, community kitchen, personal needs program, and the clothing closet. This position is expected to work 25 hours per week.
Personal Attributes Anticipated - Mission-Driven: Demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, and incorporates them into daily work
- Collaborative Team Player: Thrives in a team environment, contributing positively and working effectively with others to achieve shared goals
- Solution-Oriented Problem Solver: Proactively identifies challenges and develops practical, innovative solutions to address them
- Culturally Sensitive: Demonstrates awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of both colleagues and clients, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment
- Integrity: Upholds a strong moral character, consistently doing what is right, and responsibly using time and resources to serve the organization's mission
Role and Responsibilities - Assist in all tasks related to the food pantry, including but not limited to: scheduling food pantry appointments, leading clients through the pantry, unloading inventory from CRCC vehicles, reviewing inventory, stocking shelves, organizing the pantry, and helping to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Assist in all tasks related to the personal needs program, including but not limited to assisting clients with walk-in personal needs appointments, assembling personal-needs kits, stocking shelves, and organizing inventory
- Assist in all tasks related to the clothing closet, including but not limited to: explaining the process and rules, showing clients where sizes are located, as well as monitoring and organizing inventory
- Assist in all tasks related to the Community Kitchen, including but not limited to: serving meals, washing dishes, prepping meals and cleaning the cafeteria.
- Assist in processing food pantry and personal needs program paperwork
- Drive company vehicle to pick up clothing, personal needs and food items
- Any additional reasonable request deemed necessary by management
Qualifications: - People person willing to serve community members in vulnerable situations, including but not limited to individuals who are homeless, refugees, or immigrants
- Motivated self-starter with a high level of integrity
- Proficient in Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and Excel
- Accurate and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Registration, licenses, certifications or special training: - Valid Michigan Driver's License with a clean driving record
- Preferably bilingual in Spanish, Arabic, French, and/or Swahili
Work Environment & Physical Demands - This position is on-site and may not be eligible for remote work
- Attendance at occasional meetings or events outside regular business hours is required
- The role involves working with sensitive or potentially traumatic information and direct interaction with individuals or families in crisis
- Physical requirements include frequent use of hands for handling objects, tools, or controls; talking, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, kneeling, reaching, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds
- Vision requirements include close-up work, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
- The work environment may involve varying degrees of physical discomfort and occasional loud noise
- Occasional driving, potentially with Clients, during the workday may be needed for operational purposes
- Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Comments: This job description is intended to outline the essential functions, general supplementary tasks, and key requirements for successful performance in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Additional tasks may be assigned, and management reserves the right to modify duties as needed.