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HomeFront FreeStore VISTA Summer Associate

The HomeFront Resource Network exists to connect families in poverty with the items they need to live lives with dignity. The Resource Network consists of two ongoing and several pop-up food pantries, a Diaper Resource Center that distributes diapers, wipes, and feminine hygiene products, our Furnish the Future program that provides gently used furniture to families moving into independent housing, the FreeStore where families can access clothing, housewares, linens, and appliances free of charge, and more. The Freestore Summer Associates will work to provide these items to HomeFront families by harnessing the caring and resources of our community.

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This listing is currently not accepting applications.

Member Duties : 1. Quickly and efficiently sort, hang, and merchandise donations of clothing, shoes, linens, housewares, small appliances, and more, ensuring store is well-stocked and providing items clients need, including grocery bags. 2. Assist in arranging merchandise displays throughout FreeStore to create a pleasing shopping environment. 3. Greet clients and provide quality customer service, assisting clients during their shopping experience when needed and ensuring clients get the items they need. 4. Work with staff and volunteers to understand donation processes at HomeFront’s main office and warehouse and analyze supply and demand of items provided to the FreeStore. 5. Create and facilitate survey to receive client feedback on FreeStore services and experience. 6. Work with staff and volunteers to determine and implement improvements and new ideas for FreeStore offerings, ways to display merchandise, ways to reach clients in need, and more.

Program Benefits : Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend , Training , Living Allowance .


*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.

Terms : Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours .

Service Areas : Children/Youth , Housing , Homelessness , Hunger , Community and Economic Development .

Skills : Team Work , General Skills , Non-Profit Management , Social Services , Community Organization , Counseling , Communications .



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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
HomeFront FreeStore VISTA Summer Associate

Program Start/End Date
06/12/2023 - 08/18/2023

Work Schedule	Full Time

Education level
High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	NEW JERSEY New York City (inc. Long Island CT NJ NY)

Accepting Applications
From 03/17/2023 To 06/01/2023

Contact	Tracey Daniels
1880 Princeton Ave
Lawrenceville NJ 08648
609-989-9417
traceyd@homefrontnj.org
www.homefrontnj.org

Listing ID	102766


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