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:
Ideally volunteers can commit to covering the same same weekly shift for at least 6 weeks, but we are open to a shorter commitment, as well :)
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
