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Food Bank "Shopping" Assistants- Rochester, PA

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ORGANIZATION: The Salvation Army of Western Pennsylvania

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 7 people are interested
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Looking for a fun way to directly assist your community members who are food-insecure?

Objective:
To assist families and seniors "shop" at the food bank at the Rochester Salvation Army located at 378 Jefferson Street in Rochester, PA


Major Responsibilities:

  1. Assist families with young children and seniors to select and carry food items
  2. Take packed bags and boxes to clients’ vehicles, if comfortable
  3. Keep the food bank clean and tidy


Qualifications:

  1. Positive, friendly attitude in assisting clients
  2. Able to work in cooperation with others
  3. Dependable


Intake and Training:

  1. Complete a Statement of Volunteers form
  2. Complete The Salvation Army’s clearance process, which includes a Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse History Clearance, and child abuse training
  3. On-the-job training will be provided on the first day of volunteering


Time
Commitment: 9:30 AM to Noon every Tuesday and Thursday, as available


Supervision:
By Commanding Officers Chris and Mary Kay Mackneer

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About The Salvation Army of Western Pennsylvania

Location:

700 North Bell Avenue, Carnegie, PA 15106, US

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Description

The Salvation Army's work is greatly enhanced by our volunteers, especially during the holiday season. Your community needs you! Your efforts will provide a true difference in the quality of life of those in need.

CAUSE AREAS

Faith-Based
Hunger
Seniors
Faith-Based, Hunger, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Rochester Salvation Army378 Jefferson StreetRochester, PA 15074

(40.7044,-80.28227)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • 9:30 AM to Noon every Tuesday and Thursday, as available

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