VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION

For Catholic Charities of Livingston County

 

Position Title: Storefront Volunteer

 

Program/Department:  Connections

 

Description of Project/Purpose of Assignment: To aid in the development and support of the Connections Program by overseeing the storefront operation during business hours. To increase awareness and interest in the program by representing and explaining the operation to all visitors.

 

Outline of Volunteer’s Responsibilities/List of Tasks:

·        Oversee Connections storefront.

·        Greet customers as they enter the store.

·        Explain the program to customers.

·        Develop sales receipts for customers.

·        Handle sales – do check out, receive payments and make change.

 

Note: Volunteers are encouraged to bring handcrafts or books to Connections for use while volunteering. The storefront may or may not be busy – and it is appealing to have someone working on a craft or sewing in a store which sells handmade items!

 

Training and Support Plan: Individual training will be given by Director. Manual provided for all volunteers. On-site support system at all times.

 

Skills/Qualifications Needed for Assignment:  Personable, comfortable interacting with customers and discussing program. Responsible. Knowledge of sewing or crafts a plus.

 

Time Commitment:  3 – 5 hour shift once or twice per month – especially needed are Tuesdays and Fridays.  Flexible on scheduling of dates & times. Store hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 AM – 3 PM, so that would be the time frame for volunteering.

 

Location/Geographic Area of Assignment:  Connections, 51 Main St. Mt. Morris

 

Outcome/Goals of Assignment: To support and expand the retail aspect of Connections, to increase the knowledge of the entire program, to enable Director to oversee client support and training (on-site) uninterrupted.

 

Reporting required:  Sales receipts/ledger. Time sheet.

 

Benefits, if applicable: Invitation to volunteer activities sponsored by CCLC. 10% discount on items sold in storefront.

 

Other Pertinent Information:   Background checks may be required.