About the Role
The Food Resource Associate will ensure the smooth operations and maintenance of the Food Pantry Network and Community Health & Wellness events. This role supports the delivery of food resources, maintains pantry organization, and assists with event setup and breakdown.
Responsibilities
- Supports the deliveries of food resources to the network of food pantries, checking invoices, stocking and organizing.
- Maintains clean and orderly food pantries.
- Disposes of cardboard according to Department of Sanitation Recycling regulations.
- Empties waste baskets and garbage cans.
- Provides support to Community Program Services, Office of Mission and Health and Wellness Initiative Educator staff in the set up and breakdown of chairs and tables for events and workshops.
- Collects donations from various organizations, including annual Toy Drive donations.
- Adheres to all funding source standards and Agency policies and procedures.
- Seeks guidance from supervisor regarding interpretation, applicability, and implementation of policies.
- Strictly adheres to and enforces Agency policies regarding Confidentiality, HIPAA requirements, and Corporate Compliance regulations.
- Performs other duties as directed by the Director of Community Programming, Associate Director of Health and Wellness Initiative, and Supervisor of Food Resource Services.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred; may be waived for 2 years relevant experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Proof of department of motor vehicles driving history.
- 3 years of current driving experience with no more than one moving violation in the previous 24 months.
- No driving while intoxicated convictions.
- Valid Food Safety Certificate preferred.
- Sufficient physical ability and mobility to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods.
- Ability to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movements.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight (up to 50 pounds).
- Ability to occasionally move furniture and set up/replace chairs.
- Able to travel throughout the five boroughs as needed.
- Ability to transport necessary supplies to and from locations.
- Ability to work flexible hours (evenings/weekends) as assigned.
Location
- Five Boroughs
Work Type
- Full-time
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
About the Company
- For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens.
- Offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness.
- Community Outreach Services program helps individuals and families move beyond emergencies to more stable and stronger home lives.
- Health and Wellness Services engages the community in interactive health and wellness workshops, support groups, events and resource fairs.
- Community Outreach Centers assess individuals' needs and respond with information, resources, and limited financial assistance.
- Food Resource Services operates a network of 20 food pantries in partnership with parishes in the Diocese of Brooklyn, distributing more than 3 million meals to 300,000 people annually.
