Job Application - Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston

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Pantry Assistant

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PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The Pantry Assistant is responsible for assisting the Pantry Coordinator in the efficient operation of the food pantry including organizing, cleaning, stocking, and client services.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1.       Assists Pantry Coordinator in the daily operations of the food pantry.

2.       Assists with placing food orders from Food Bank as needed, while remaining within budgetary guidelines of the program.

3.       Follows all regulatory expectations for Food Bank and DOH, including safe food handling and storage.

4.       Attends any required trainings, meetings, or conferences to stay current on changes and policies of food pantry use and other relevant topics as necessary.

5.       With Program Assistant and Pantry Coordinator, directs the volunteers within the program to ensure operations are maintained.

6.       Assists clients with needs and makes referrals as appropriate for other Turning Point or CCSC programs that may be of benefit to the individual.

7.       Maintains small caseload of the Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program (Fresh Pharmacy), as needed.

8.       Respects the confidentiality of each client and agency.

9.       Completes necessary documentation, progress notes, data entry, and/or reports pertaining to services rendered in online data tracking system.

10.   Assists the Site Coordinator/Director with the implementation of management tools and support systems to facilitate communication and tracking requirements.

11.   Assists in generating project service analysis data & reports as required for grant providers, project partners, and the Development Department.

12.   Participates in Turning Point staff meetings and other Catholic Charities functions as necessary.

13.   Adheres to policies and procedures of agency.

14.   Assists with and/or coordinates community food drives and/or collection and distribution.

15.   Work with partner agencies and community groups to attain donations and to provide learning opportunities for clients to better themselves financially and with their nutrition needs.

16.   Provides support before, during and after fundraising events to support Turning Point, including but not limited to:  creating an online fundraising page, participating in fundraising event, and reaching out to businesses and organizations for donations.

17.   Coordinates holiday- based food giving initiatives with the Site Supervisor by working with volunteers, ordering supplies, managing donations, creating and modifying related policies and enrolling clients.

18.   Assists in creation of policy around pantry usage as needed with support of Pantry Coordinator.

19.   Cross trained to provide coverage and support for the Basic Needs Counselor, Transportation Specialist and Program Assistant as needed.

20.   Maintains monthly tracking of non-monetary donations and assists Development Department by collecting and sharing accurate information for donor acknowledgement.

21.   Determines specific donation needs and develops creative initiatives to garner support from new and existing community stakeholders.

22.   Other duties as needed.

 

TITLE OF DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Site Supervisor

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree preferred but high school diploma considered with qualified experience.

Two years of experience dealing with the provision of human services and/or medical related area. Supervision experience preferred.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

·      Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDR’s corporate compliance and ethics program.

·      Strong organizational skis, with the ability to interact successfully and cooperatively with a wide variety of people.

·      Computer competency including proficiency in working with data tracking systems.

·      Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·      Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties.

·      Willingness to foster agency, department and program wide cooperation and team work through use of positive/constructive communication techniques.

·      Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of all records reviewed including consumer records, employee records and billing records.      

·      Proficiency and experience with PC’s and Microsoft applications.

·      Ability to analyze and interpret data and to handle problem resolution.

·      Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.

·      Continuous use of a reliable, registered and insured vehicle.

·      Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement.

·      Provide effective, equitable, understandable and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other communication needs.