Food Shelf Assistant

Who We Are: Aliveness Project is a community center for people living with HIV. We serve over 5,000 folks annually, the majority of whom are low-income. The Aliveness Project boldly advances equitable access to transformative HIV care and prevention. Our primary objectives are to ensure that our members have access to: · Basic needs: We provide meals, a food shelf, and medical nutrition therapy while our Case Management team helps provide access to healthcare and housing. · Community: Our community center model provides a safe and supportive place for members to gather and build community. · Prevention: We provide a community-based free PrEP/STD Clinic, pharmacy, and targeted outreach to communities disproportionately affected by HIV through education, awareness, and strategies for eliminating stigma. Aliveness Project is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve and live in. People of color, LGBTQ-identified individuals, and people with lived experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. Position Title : Food Shelf Assistant Reports to: Food Shelf Manager Job Summary: The Food Shelf Assistant contributes to the fulfillment of The Aliveness Project’s mission by supporting all operational aspects of our choice-model Food Shelf. This work is grounded in advancing HIV health equity through community, care, and connection. Responsibilities: · Help clients select groceries based on individual dietary needs and tastes · Assist the Food Shelf Manager with ordering food and supplies in accordance with Ryan White Food Service Standards · Supervise food shelf volunteers in the absence of the Food Shelf Manager · Communicate regularly with the Food Shelf Manager and Volunteer Coordinator on coverage needs · Help maintain equipment, storage, and shopping areas in accordance with MN Health Department codes · Support food drives and other partnerships with community organizations and businesses · Maintain a positive, professional, team-oriented approach when interacting with staff, volunteers, and members · Review aliveness.org e-mail during shifts · Participate in staff meetings, regular supervision and organization-wide efforts as requested · Other duties related to the role as assigned Preferred Education and Experience: · High School diploma or GED · Fluency in multiple languages · Experience in food handling, purchasing and storage; ServSafe certification preferred · Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, database software and web applications · Knowledge of and sensitivity to HIV/AIDS · Ability to maintain confidentiality around HIPAA-protected information · Ability to problem-solve, adapt, and work effectively within a diverse community · Capacity to foster a welcoming, customer-centered environment · Ability to secure contributions and build relationships with external partners · Commitment to Aliveness' mission of HIV education, prevention and destigmatization Physical and/or Additional Requirements: · Frequently required to sit, stand, and walk (occasionally on slippery or uneven surfaces) · Need to be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force to move boxes of supplies or other items · Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls · Reach with hands and arms · Articulate, hear and be heard across phone lines · Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus · The employee may occasionally work in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees Compensation: $19-20/hr depending on experience Benefits: Generous benefits including holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO), employer retirement 4% matched IRA, and free meals. To Apply: Submit your resume, a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position, and three references to macy@aliveness.org . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Job Information Job Category: Direct Service / Social Service Salary: $19.00 - $20.00 Per Hour Education: High School or Equivalent