Receptionist/Food Pantry Coordinator

Overview

Position: Receptionist/Food Pantry Worker           Location: Lewistown, PAAvailability of Position: Immediate    Schedule: Part-Time Plus; 20-29 hours per week, Monday - Friday (9am-2pm)        Reporting Relationship: Corps OfficerSalary and Grade: $15.00 per hour; 71 Non-Exempt        The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:·    Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, vacation time and sick time.·    Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)·    Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life·    Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!·    Position Overview:  To Maintain the ongoing social ministries of The Salvation Army in Lewistown

Responsibilities

Description of Position: 

Genaral Duties:

Report to work well-groomed and in compliance with dress code.

               Develop/aintain a professional relationship with co -workers and supervisor.

               Maintian confidentiality related to clients and programs of The Salvation Army.

               To facilitate, in every way possible, the mission of The salvation Army, at the direction of the Corps Officer.

Food Pantry Duties:

Maintain Food Pantry in a neat, orderly, clean manor.

               Speak with Food Pantry clients and prepare baskets as needed.

               Maintain Social Service files per Salvation Army standards,

               Kepp statistics for The Salvatipon Army, Mifflin County SFPP, and ORS systems.

               Perpare monthly statistical reports and send to Corps Officer

               Assist with Seasonal Assistance as needed by Corps Officer.

               Attend trainings, workshops , and conferances as requested by the Corps Officer,

Office Duties:

Maintain a nesat office/reception area.

               Pleasently and professionally greet those who come into The Salvation Army.

               Answer phone calls and refer as necessary to community resources.

               Screen nature of vists, determine if we can help, make referrals as necessary.

               Send thank you letter to doners as requeste by the Corps Officer.

               Keep accurate records of Community Service workers.

               Keep computer filesup-to-date and backed up.

The above list of duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such reasonable tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Qualifications

Requirements: High School diploma or Equivalent (Associates degree in Human Services preferred). Good verbal and written communication skills. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel (with ability to learn related Computer Programs). A minimum of one year successful office work experience in related field, experience in Human Services preferred. Good organizational skills and the ability to keep information in a confidential manner.  The ability to work pleasantly and compassionately with all types of people. The ability to perform multiple tasks and to facilitate efficient office function. Must have a  an appreciation for and an understanding of the Mission of The Salvation Army. Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks:   PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check along with renewals every five years.

Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.

External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org. 

Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.

Released by the Divisional Human Resource Department on 1/15/26

___________________________________All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The Salvation Army’s Mission StatementThe 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 of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination

Requisition No. 2525

Compensation: 15 to 15 (USD)