Thrift Store Associate - Part-time, Flexible Hours

Company: Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter
Location: Rogers
Posted on: May 7, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionCompany Description

The mission of Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter is to provide a safe haven, high-quality care and hope for the future to children who have been abandoned, abused or neglected.ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:Since 1993, the Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter (NWACS) has cared for more than 10,000 children in crisis from throughout the state of Arkansas. As the largest emergency children's shelter in the state, NWACS annually serves more than 500 children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. Our 36-bed, state-of-the-art complex offers an array of trauma-informed services including onsite counseling and therapy, medical services, and a school. The combination of these features create a stable, secure and loving environment where children who have experienced abuse, abandonment or neglect can begin to heal.OUR VALUES:Compassion: Recognize and meet the needs of children with respect, sensitivity and unconditional love;Excellence: Set the standard for high-quality service to children by performing above the expected; Integrity: Strive with our words and actions to be worth of the trust placed in us.Job Description

THE POSITION:The Shelter Shop is a thrift store in Rogers that benefits the children at the Northwest Arkansas Children Shelter. We are looking for a Thrift Store Associate to work 24 hours per week, Tuesdays through Sundays. The Thrift Store Associate reports to the Thrift Store Manager. Key Responsibilities:Living the Children's Shelter Mission and Values

• Exhibits high ethical standards and is a caring person of character.
• Collaborates and communicates with all staff and volunteers to remain consistent in policies and procedures regarding item and volunteer solicitation.
• Adheres to all NWACS policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of NWACS policies and procedures as they relate to personnel.
• Provide service to internal and external customers according to standards and ensures staff and volunteers follow same standards.
• Promote excellence in the customer service experience for all visitors to the thrift store through staff training.
• Ensure the Children's Shelter mission and values drive staff and volunteer decisions. Qualifications
  
  
  • 18 years old
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Valid driver's license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record required to drive shelter vehicle for shelter business.
    
    Additional Information
    
    Working Conditions and Environment/Physical DemandsThe demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
    • Tasks may involve walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting for long periods of time.
    • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
    • Must submit to pre-employment drug screen as well as random drug screens when directed.
    • Valid driver's license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record required to drive shelter vehicle for shelter business.
    • Must maintain confidentiality and privacy regarding all Children's Shelter residents' information in accordance with NWACS policy and all applicable Federal and state laws/regulations.
    • Attend and participate in mandatory trainings, staff meetings, and all other events, as required.
    • Set, maintain and communicate appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
    • Complete all required documentation in a timely manner per NWACS procedures.This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NWACS offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary based on experience. For consideration, qualified candidates may submit a detailed resume and cover letter.

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