Store Volunteers

Joseph's Coat is a free store in St. Paul, serving those in need within an environment of dignity and respect. Joseph's Coat provides men's, women's, and kid's clothing, small household items and hygiene items to those in need. We are seeking volunteers to join our team.

The Donation Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. Tuesdays and Thursdays we accept donations for clothing, housewares and hygiene items. Donation Day volunteer duties can include:

1. Sorting items to our standard to place in the store
2. Helping to check donors in and assist them with donations
3. Helping to move donation items to keep the walkways clear
4. Checking the store to make sure that items are to our standards
5. Other duties as needed
6. Training is provided

The Shopping Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. We are open to shoppers on Mondays and Wednesdays. Shopping Day volunteer duties can include:

1. Assisting on the store floor in various sections
2. Helping at the door to check in, and give shopping bags to shoppers
3. Assisting at the Hygiene Counter
4. Sorting donations in the back
5. Other duties as needed
6. Training is provided

Phone volunteer positions are available on site at Joseph's Coat on Monday thru Thursday. Phone volunteers help schedule shopping and donation appointments. Training is provided.

Time Commitment for volunteer opportunities:

• One morning or afternoon shift per week preferred (3-4 hours per week)
• 3-month volunteer commitment
• Various shifts are available

Responsibilities and Qualifications:

1. Must be over 18 years of age, or accompanied by a guardian adult
2. The ability to pick up 25 pounds from the floor to shoulder height
3. The abilities to bend, stoop, sit, stand, pick up, step over, push and pull
4. If answering phones, the ability to use Windows-based computers and to communicate with people with heavy accents. The ability speak Spanish, Karen or Karenni is helpful but not required.

Give us a call at 651-291-2472 if you are interested in joining our team of volunteers! We'd be happy to give you a tour if you'd like to learn more!