All volunteers must complete clearances and sign a Code of Conduct prior to volunteering at The Beacon. Please contact Nick, nick.mcmichael@fnofpa.org, with questions.
Purpose: The Check-in Attendant volunteer is responsible for greeting clients and checking them into the appropriate database and/or spreadsheet.
Duties:
- Greet clients and welcome them to the check-in area
- Check clients into the appropriate database and/or spreadsheet
- Investigate alert notes in the database and take appropriate action
- Ensure accurate information from clients by checking for updates and changes in information
- Distribute one ticket per individual for the snack distribution area
- Provide friendly and accurate responses to client questions
- Clean the check-in area by vacuuming the rug and wiping tabletop surfaces
- Attend any relevant trainings
- Seek support from staff for unusual challenges
- Other office duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Friendly demeanor
- Desire to serve others
- Basic computer skills
- Legible handwriting
- Willingness to follow directions
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 10 pounds repetitively and safely
- Ability to sit for long periods of time
- Ability to tolerate walking and standing on hard surfaces for up to 4 hours at a time
- Ability to bend, reach, and grasp food items
Training and Support:
The Check-in Attendant volunteer will receive an orientation to the Beacon from the Beacon Resource Center Supervisor prior to starting the position. New volunteers will shadow experienced Check-in Attendant volunteers prior to working alone. All volunteers will receive as needed training applicable to their position.
Time Commitment:
Time commitment varies depending on volunteer availability. A typical shift will be 3-4 hours 1-4 days per week. If unable to commit to a regular weekly shift, volunteers may opt to be placed on an alternate list to be called whenever there is a volunteer absence.
- Monday 12:00pm-3:30pm
- Tuesday 12:00pm-3:30pm
- Thursday 12:00pm-3:30pm
- Friday 12:00pm-3:30pm
Hosted at Union Lutheran Church, 408 W Market Street, York, PA 17401
