Nonprofit
Published 4 months ago
Help adolescents and young adults by joining the Corner Store team!
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Ypsilanti, MI
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime)
Time Commitment:
A few hours per week
Commitment Details:
2-4 hours per week. This position is for a weekly shift - has the same start and end time each week. Ideally for at least 6 weeks.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
2
Cause Areas:
Health & Medicine, Hunger, Food Security, LGBTQ, Volunteering
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Seeking folks who are personable and comfortable working with diverse populations.
Description
In a nutshell: Our Corner Store Volunteers help connect patrons to much-needed resources, including fresh food, hygiene and household items, and more! The Corner Store is a free resource for both Corner patients and the community, at large. The Corner Store Volunteer will manage the overall functioning of the Corner Store during their shift.
Time Commitment:
At least 3-4 hrs/wk. This is a weekly shift - the same day and time each week - ideally with intention of staying for at least 6 weeks or more. We are not open on weekends.
Duties: Tasks may vary depending on which shift is being worked.
- Assist patrons with their shopping experience in the Corner Store
- Record and enter traffic data into Linktofeed database
- Maintain accurate inventory, organize and restock items
- Promote Corner programs, services, and relevant community resources
- Sign in and out of the volunteer hours tracker
- Other responsibilities and projects, as needed
Qualifications:
- Must be 18+ years of age
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Maintaining privacy and confidentiality of all personal information
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to stand, lift, walk and bend, and go up and down stairs
- Physical capability to lift up to 20lbs. Accommodations can be made, as needed
- Comfortable working with people of varying sexual, gender, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Training:
- Volunteer orientation paperwork
- In-person training/shadowing with the Volunteer Coordinator
1 shift available:
- Currently in need of Wednesday or Thursday afternoon coverage: shift times can be 1-5pm, 2-5pm, or 1-4pm.: 13:00 to 16:45 EST
Location
On-site
47 N Huron St., Ypsilanti, Michigan, US
