Jobs, Paying available at Community Center of St. Bernard

notes: Food Pantry & Hot Meals Programs Job Openings The Community Center is actively seeking 3 part-time assistants for the food pantry and hot meals programs to help us keep up with the growing demand here in St Bernard Parish. These positions are available through the federal Senior Community Service Employment Program, so all applicants must be age 55 or older and meet federal income guidelines. These positions are part-time, 18 – 20 hours per week and pay minimum wage. For the food pantry, we need 1 person to work Monday-Friday mornings from 9 AM – 1 PM, and 1 person to work 6 hours per day on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays only. For the hot meals program, we need 1 or 2 people to work Monday-Friday from 3 PM to 7 PM. Food Pantry duties include helping stock food pantry shelves, doing food inventory using a barcode scanner, and assisting clients with checkout. While lifting is limited to 20 lbs, these positions do require a fair amount of physical activity. It is helpful if applicants have some basic warehouse skills and know how to use a pallet jack. Basic computer skills are also useful, but training will be provided if needed. Hot Meals duties working with volunteers and AmeriCorps team members to prepare and serve meals under the guidance of the Center's Kitchen Coordinator, as well as assisting with cleanup. Basic cooking skills are useful, though training will be provided. To apply for these positions please stop by the Community Center and talk to Rhonda Clavo from the Council on Aging on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM – 2 PM (St Bernard Parish residents only) or stop by the Community Center office at 1107 LeBeau St, Arabi on Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 5 PM to fill out an application form (Orleans Parish residents only). -> Food Pantry & Hot Meals Programs Job Openings The Community Center is actively seeking 3 part-time assistants for the food pantry and hot meals programs to help us keep up with the growing demand here in St Bernard Parish. These positions are available through the federal Senior Community Service Employment Program, so all applicants must be age 55 or older and meet federal income guidelines. These positions are part-time, 18 – 20 hours per week and pay minimum wage. For the food pantry, we need 1 person to work Monday-Friday mornings from 9 AM – 1 PM, and 1 person to work 6 hours per day on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays only. For the hot meals program, we need 1 or 2 people to work Monday-Friday from 3 PM to 7 PM. Food Pantry duties include helping stock food pantry shelves, doing food inventory using a barcode scanner, and assisting clients with checkout. While lifting is limited to 20 lbs, these positions do require a fair amount of physical activity. It is helpful if applicants have some basic warehouse skills and know how to use a pallet jack. Basic computer skills are also useful, but training will be provided if needed. Hot Meals duties working with volunteers and AmeriCorps team members to prepare and serve meals under the guidance of the Center's Kitchen Coordinator, as well as assisting with cleanup. Basic cooking skills are useful, though training will be provided. To apply for these positions please stop by the Community Center and talk to Rhonda Clavo from the Council on Aging on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM – 2 PM (St Bernard Parish residents only) or stop by the Community Center office at 1107 LeBeau St, Arabi on Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 5 PM to fill out an application form (Orleans Parish residents only). ---------------------------------- Job Opening: 2 AmeriCorps Louisiana Delta Service Corps Members Needed at the Community Center of St Bernard The Community Center of St Bernard is assisting many families who are being affected by the Gulf Oil Spill. We need help with our food pantry, clothing bank, volunteer management and recruitment, and community outreach so that we can effectively help these families as the oil spill crisis continues. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Recruit volunteers for the food pantry, clothing bank and hot meals program at the Community Center * Oversee and train volunteers in the food pantry program * Assist the food pantry manager with food pantry enrollment, reports and recordkeeping. * Provide information and referrals to clients * Update the Center's social media sites * Update the Community Center's referral guides and resources * Identify unmet client needs and develop ways to solve these problems * Assist with development of food pantry database software and food exchange software (either directly, or by recruiting outside assistance) * Represent the Community Center at various civic, recreational and scholastic events in the community. ELIGIBILITY : AmeriCorps Louisiana Delta Service Corps candidates must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident, be team-oriented, and be willing to take on a wide range of challenges. For the position at the Community Center of St Bernard , you must have at least an associate's degree or have completed 2 years of college. You must be at least 17 years old. There is no upper age limit, and many Delta Service Corps members bring significant work and life experiences to their assignment. Self-initiative, flexibility and organizational skills are a must. Also, you must be available to serve full-time for 11 months (September 2010 - July 2011). BENEFITS OF SERVICE : * Earn - $11,800 for the year * Receive health insurance * Receive child care reimbursement if eligible * Student Loan forbearance * Extensive personal and professional development training * Be a part of a team and learn how to create sustainable service projects * Upon successful completion of the program earn a $5,350 education award to use to go back to school or to pay off student loans * Attend two out of town retreats and monthly team meetings * Network with other non-profits and local organizations * Build your resume and make friends for life! SKILLS NEEDED: * Excellent organizational and communications skills * Ability to work independently * Strong analytical skills * Able to learn new materials and techniques easily * Familiar with at least basic social networking tools (Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, etc) * Detail-oriented. To apply, please fill out the application at http://www.ladeltacorps.org/ by July 9.

notes: Job Opening - Office Manager Our current Office Manager, Carrie Allen, will be returning to college this spring to earn a degree in Eco-tourism. While we wish her every success, we're certainly sorry to see her go! Applicants for this full-time position must have a reliable work history with at least 2 continuous years of verifiable general office experience. A professional appearance and demeanor is required. Applicants should be able to use Windows XP and Microsoft Office 2003 (including Word, Excel & Powerpoint), and be detail-oriented with strong typing & writing skills. The ability to work independently and to effectively manage other office staff is also needed. Ideally the successful candidate will be available to begin part-time training with Carrie by April 30, and be able to take over the position by June 1. A volunteer who can transition into a full-time employee would be preferred. Interested applicants should send a resume to office@ccstb.org or fax to 916-675-7827. Resumes can also be mailed to: The Community Center of St Bernard 1107 LeBeau St Arabi LA 70032 -> Food Pantry & Hot Meals Programs Job Openings The Community Center is actively seeking 3 part-time assistants for the food pantry and hot meals programs to help us keep up with the growing demand here in St Bernard Parish. These positions are available through the federal Senior Community Service Employment Program, so all applicants must be age 55 or older and meet federal income guidelines. These positions are part-time, 18 – 20 hours per week and pay minimum wage. For the food pantry, we need 1 person to work Monday-Friday mornings from 9 AM – 1 PM, and 1 person to work 6 hours per day on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays only. For the hot meals program, we need 1 or 2 people to work Monday-Friday from 3 PM to 7 PM. Food Pantry duties include helping stock food pantry shelves, doing food inventory using a barcode scanner, and assisting clients with checkout. While lifting is limited to 20 lbs, these positions do require a fair amount of physical activity. It is helpful if applicants have some basic warehouse skills and know how to use a pallet jack. Basic computer skills are also useful, but training will be provided if needed. Hot Meals duties working with volunteers and AmeriCorps team members to prepare and serve meals under the guidance of the Center's Kitchen Coordinator, as well as assisting with cleanup. Basic cooking skills are useful, though training will be provided. To apply for these positions please stop by the Community Center and talk to Rhonda Clavo from the Council on Aging on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 AM – 2 PM (St Bernard Parish residents only) or stop by the Community Center office at 1107 LeBeau St, Arabi on Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 5 PM to fill out an application form (Orleans Parish residents only).