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ORGANIZATION: Joseph's Coat

  • 22 people are interested
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Joseph's Coat is a free store in St. Paul, serving those in need within an environment of dignity and respect. We are seeking volunteers to join our team.

The Donation Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. Tuesdays and Thursdays we accept donations for clothing, housewares and hygiene items. Donation Day volunteer duties can include:

1. Sorting items to our standard to place in the store
2. Helping to check donors in and assist them with donations
3. Helping to move donation items to keep the walkways clear
4. Checking the store to make sure that items are to our standards
5. Assist with answering the phones and making appointments as needed
6. Other duties as needed

The Shopping Day volunteer positions are on site at Joseph's Coat. Joseph's Coat is a free store that provides goods to those in need. We are open to shoppers on Mondays and Wednesdays. Shopping Day volunteer duties can include:

1. Assisting on the store floor in various sections
2. Helping at the door to check in, and give shopping bags to shoppers
3. Assisting at the Hygiene Counter
4. Sorting donations in the back
5. Assist with answering the phones and making appointments as needed
6. Other duties as needed

Time Commitment:

  • One shift per week preferred
  • 3-month volunteer commitment
  • Various shifts available on Tuesdays and Thursdays:
    • We currently need 5volunteers to each work one 3-4-hour shift per week.

Responsibilities and Qualifications:

  1. Must be over 18 years of age, or accompanied by a guardian adult
  2. The ability to pick up 25 pounds from the floor to shoulder height
  3. The abilities to bend, stoop, sit, stand, pick up, step over, push and pull
  4. If answering phones, the ability to use Windows-based computers and to communicate with people with heavy accents. The ability speak Spanish, Karen or Karenni is helpful but not required.

Give us a call at 651-291-2472 if you are interested in joining our team of volunteers!

More opportunities with Joseph's Coat

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About Joseph's Coat

Location:

1107 Seventh Street West, Saint Paul, MN 55102, US

Mission Statement

Joseph's Coat is a free store providing goods and services to those in need in an environment of dignity and respect.

Description

In fulfilling its mission as a free store providing goods and service to those in need within an environment of dignity and respect, Joseph’s Coat maintains an inclusive philosophy toward people of all ages, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, abilities and challenges. The organization offers essential support to marginalized members of our community: persons experiencing homelessness, living below the poverty line, coping with joblessness, transitioning from incarceration, battling chemical addictions, and managing mental health challenges.

Joseph’s Coat provides a welcoming environment where the dignity of each person who comes through its doors is acknowledged and affirmed. We strive to foster a sense of community between those facing hardship and our volunteers and donors who are the strength and energy of Joseph’s Coat.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Community
Homeless & Housing
Advocacy & Human Rights, Community, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

1107 Seventh Street WestSaint Paul, MN 55102

(44.92518,-93.13107)
 

SKILLS

  • Office Reception
  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • Program Management

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • We prefer volunteers are able to commit to one shift per week, for three to four hours per shift. More time is always welcome!
  • The ability to pick up 25 pounds from the floor to shoulder height The abilities to bend, stoop, sit, stand, pick up, step over, push and pull

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