Food Program Specialist Job Oakland area,California USA,Social Work

The Salvation Army 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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of the Food Program Specialist position is to provide coordinate the Food Recovery and Food Pantry program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate the Food Recovery program

Coordinate daily food donation deliveries

Drive to various locations to collect donations

Receive, sort, and weigh incoming donations

Monitor food donations according to food safety standards and policies

Maintain gifts-in-kind donation records

Coordinate Food Pantry program

Manage intake and program eligibility

Maintain inventory of food products, equipment and supplies

Operate and maintain the box truck and any other assigned vehicles

Collaborate with local partner agencies and businesses to ensure program continuity

Serve on the Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team

Coordinate assigned volunteers

Participate in program and agency trainings as assigned

Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested

Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards

Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system

Ensure intake and care procedures utilize harm reduction and trauma informed care principles

Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis

Adhere to confidentiality standards

Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level

High degree of confidentiality

Able to endorse and promote The Salvation Army's mission

Demonstrate experience in food service, inventory management, warehousing, social service/work and/or related experience preferred

Demonstrate experience in driving DOT Regulated Non-CDL vehicles (i.e. box trucks).

Demonstrate experience in operating forklifts.

Computer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Word, Excel and Outlook preferred

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence

Excellent organizational skills

Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

High school diploma

Must possess Serv Safe Food Handler certification

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle

Must be 21 years or older

Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training

Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis

Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects

Ability to reach overhead

Ability to operate telephone

Ability to lift up to 50-70 lbs.

Ability to operate a computer

Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information

Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

Education

High School or Equivalent (required)

Experience

1 years:
Experience in operating forklifts. (preferred)
1 years:
Experience in driving DOT Regulated Non-CDL vehicles (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Food Handler's Card (required)
Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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