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Donation Center Attendant
part-time•Ridgefield
About this role
Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut is seeking friendly individuals to join us in our mission to help others and serve our local communities.
Our Donation Centers support the entire organization, including different Goodwill programs that assist people with obtaining meaningful employment and bettering their overall quality of life.
As a Goodwill Donation Center Attendant, you would be an essential part of ensuring the success of our stores and Goodwill’s mission. When an Attendant collects donations from generous patrons, they aren’t just doing their job but also helping others in the community.
Full Time & Part Time Opportunities Available
Available Hours:
Monday thru Saturday - 8 am to 6pm
Sunday - 10 am to 6pm
What Goodwill can offer you:
- Opportunities for career advancement
- A benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision (employee paid), as well as ancillary benefits including long and short term disability, and life insurance (Goodwill paid)*
- These benefits available 1st of the month, following 60 days of employment*
- Two (2) weeks’ vacation, four (4) personal days, and seven (7) days of sick time (For those working more than 20 hours a week)
- Up to $3,000 in qualified Tuition Reimbursement*
- Nine (9) Paid holidays (based on Standard Weekly Hours)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, including Employer Match
- 50% Employee Discount
- $50 work anniversary gift for every year of continuous service (for part-time and full-time team members)
- $200 Referral Program (for every candidate hired that you refer to Goodwill)
*Only available for Full-Time Team Members
Responsibilities:
- Cheerfully accept donations from donors and assist them with moving items from their vehicle into the center.
- Provide receipts to donors and thank them for supporting Goodwill’s mission.
- Sort/separate the incoming donations into proper sections or bins based on product category.
- Answer incoming telephone calls, answering any customer inquiries.
- Maintain a clean and orderly donation area.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Being prepared for considerable standing, reaching, lifting, carrying, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift over 40 pounds.
Start your journey with Goodwill today by applying at gwct.org/about/work-here
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What you'll do
- The Donation Center Attendant is responsible for accepting donations from patrons, providing receipts, and sorting items into appropriate categories. They also maintain a clean donation area and handle customer inquiries.
About GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT
Goodwill of Western and Northern Connecticut strengthens communities by helping people with disabilities and other disadvantages maximize independence through job training and other support services.
Founded in 1950, we are one of 156 regional Goodwill organizations throughout the US and Canada. With the support of our donors, customers, and partners, we make a little goodwill go a long way!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Donation Center Attendant do at GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT?
As a Donation Center Attendant at GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT, you will: the Donation Center Attendant is responsible for accepting donations from patrons, providing receipts, and sorting items into appropriate categories. They also maintain a clean donation area and handle customer inquiries..
Is the Donation Center Attendant position at GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT remote?
The Donation Center Attendant position at GOODWILL OF WESTERN & NORTHERN CONNECTICUT is based in Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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