V-Retail Assistant (all duties) at The Salvation Army

Wyong, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer service, Point of sale systems, Retail practices, Mentoring, Training, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Valuations, Stocking, Teamwork, Problem solving, Reliability

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Start your mission volunteer experience with The Salvation Army today! We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies. Why Does This Role Matter The Salvation Army Youth Services offer an integrated suite of programs engaging with young people across Australia. Our services create intentional avenues for young people to explore opportunities, build support networks, and access, participate and contribute to their communities. Youth services provide a diverse range of programs which include housing and homelessness, driver training, education, employment, and training, AOD support, social and community activities, specialist therapeutic responses and youth justice programs. Volunteering with The Salvation Army Oasis Youth Services is a great opportunity to actively support one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit organisations. It will also help you gain experience, skills and knowledge in a highly supportive environment. At The Salvation Army we care about our volunteers and are dedicated to ensuring your experience is both rewarding and memorable. You can go home every day knowing you’ve contributed to something special. About This Role At Oasis Youth Services we operate Oasis Shop, a social enterprise providing valuable vocational training and employment pathways for young people as well as support to our broader community to access low-cost food items. Retail Assistants (all duties) have a wide-ranging role, supporting the Program Coordinator in ensuring quality customer service on the shop floor, carrying out transactions at point of sale, maintaining the general appearance of the store area and training and mentoring young people. Personal Qualities/Attributes Required for Role Manage self: Shows personal motivation and commitment to completing work activities effectively Act ethically and with integrity: Is reliable and trustworthy and acts consistent with TSA vision, mission and values Show respect: Seeks input from others to better understand diverse perspectives and needs Display resilience: Remains open to new ideas and approaches Work collaboratively: Works as a supportive and cooperative team member, shares information and acknowledges the contribution and support of others Innovate and continuously improve: Shares ideas about ways to improve work tasks and solve problems; adopts improvements and innovations Empathetic and understanding approach to working with community members Communication and interpersonal skills Reliable and committed to the volunteer position Time Commitments 5 hours each day 1 to 5 days per week during 9.00 am – 2:30 pm Minimum 3-month commitment desired Mandatory requirements of the Role Willingness to undertake The Salvation Army’s Criminal History Record Check (at the organisation’s expense) Willingness to obtain Working with Children Check Willingness to engage in training provided for the role and organisational mandatory training Development opportunities with this role This role will give volunteers an opportunity to develop skills and build experience in retail practices, point of sale systems, valuations of donations, sorting and stocking of shelves, as well as experience in working as a part of a team. Volunteers will receive on the job training and support, working alongside experienced retail professionals in a caring and supportive environment. As an extra bonus, volunteers have access to professional development training. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration. Volunteer with the Salvos It takes an army of volunteers to provide and enable practical care for Australians every year. Volunteers bring life to our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity and collaboration. We are always looking for individuals to bring fresh energy and ideas to a range of volunteer roles. Whatever your skillset, availability or areas of interest, you may surprise yourself with the different ways you can make a difference. Volunteering is an invitation to demonstrate care for others in our local communities; it is the everyday embodiment of love in action. Those who give up their time so freely are some of the greatest contributors and advocates of Salvation Army mission and vision. It is through working alongside one another that transformation is possible. Not only do we focus on the transformative experience of service recipients and local communities, but also of our volunteers. The Salvation Army is a Christian movement dedicated to sharing the love of Jesus. We share the love of Jesus by: Caring for people Creating faith pathways Building healthy communities Working for justice When you volunteer with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. Find more information here. Check out how we’re bringing some more good in the world. The Salvation Army offers a range of opportunities to build your connections, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis. So, if you are passionate about volunteering that has purpose and satisfaction, are keen on delivering social and sustainable outcomes that change lives, we want to hear from you. We are always on the lookout for individuals keen to help us fulfil mission to support those in need. Whatever your skillset, availability, or areas of interest, we are keen to hear from you. Check out our Careers Site here.

Responsibilities

The Retail Assistant supports the Program Coordinator by ensuring quality customer service, managing point of sale transactions, and maintaining the store's appearance. Additionally, the role involves training and mentoring young people within a social enterprise environment.