Purpose: To help with running our new & gently-used clothing store Second Chance and with sorting donations for Bethesda House. All proceeds from the store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.
Main Location: The Second Chance store at 25 King Street West, Bowmanville, Ontario.
Responsibilities:
- assist store customers
- keep store tidy (sweeping, mopping, straightening racks)
- handle cash, learn to operate register
- price and hang clothing for sale in the store
- work as part of a professional team with other store volunteers and Bethesda House staff
- learn about Bethesda House & Second Chance in order to promote to customers
Length of Appointment: Scheduled for a 3 hour shift once per week, according to his/her availability. After three months, the position may be extended at the discretion of the Outreach Manager. After six months, the person who is serving in this position may request to be considered for different volunteer positions within the agency if there is one available that is an appropriate fit for his/her abilities.
Qualifications:
Dependable, pleasant personality, willingness to learn and accept supervision and take direction, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds. Able to follow store and donations sorting procedures (you will receive training). Able to move reasonably-sized boxes and bags of donations.
Support: Training for this position will be provided and support is available for questions and assistance.
Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable. Appropriate for work being done. Close toed shoes.
100% of proceeds from our store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.
