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Warehouse Cooler Associate

March 20th, 2023
To apply, email resume and cover letter to andrew@bcsi.org.

POSITION: Warehouse Cooler Associate
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager
LEVEL/STATUS: Full-Time
SALARY: $18-22/hr, DOE
Applications will only be considered with resume AND cover letter sent to andrew@bcsi.org.

Above all else, candidate must embrace and internalize BCS’ guiding principles to direct all our efforts to build healthy, stable families.

In general, Warehouse Cooler Associate is responsible for intake, organization, and distribution of refrigerated donated product. Responsible for ensuring that warehouse safety and maintenance processes are maintained.

Full time hours:

Monday: 9:00 am to approximately 8:30 pm.
Tuesday: 9:00 am to approximately 3:00 pm.
Wednesday: 9:00 am to approximately 8:30 pm.
Friday: 9:00 am to approximately 8:30 pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Warehouse Duties
Refrigerated Areas 9:00 am – 8:30 pm

Self-motivated to address warehouse needs in appropriate time frames.
Orderly organization of cooler and freezer warehouse space, and regular cleaning procedures.
Inventory control and record keeping, in alliance with other BCS employees.
Forklift and electric pallet jack operation.
Management of safety procedures and record keeping, in alliance with other BCS employees.
Appropriate management (with grace J) of numerous untrained volunteers.
Driving to pick up product as necessary in BCS trucks.
Interaction and servicing of other agencies and their representatives.
Development of relationships with donors, in coordination with Operation Manager.

Facilities Duties

Maintain the safe operation of all warehouse equipment and vehicle fleet, in coordination with Operations Manager.
Maintain schedules for preventative maintenance and ensure that facilities are inspected regularly to identify current and potential maintenance needs.
In coordination with the Operations Manager, assist in the continued development and implementation of policies and SOP’s that provide clear standards and drive accountability in the cleanliness and safety of BCS facilities.

BENEFITS:

Three weeks paid vacation per year, based on your weekly hours.
Five days paid sick time per calendar year
Yearly Costco Membership
Participation as a Shopping Employee
Paid holidays (if the holidays fall on normally worked days)
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent experience. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Proven working experience in warehouse maintenance and operations. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 30 pounds.

Warehouse Driver

June 6th, 2023

To apply, email resume and cover letter to andrew@bcsi.org.

POSITION: Warehouse Driver
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager
LEVEL/STATUS: Full-Time
SALARY: $18-22/hr, DOE, Sign on Bonus!! ($1000 after 6 months)
Applications will only be considered with resume AND cover letter sent to andrew@bcsi.org.

Above all else, embrace and internalize BCS’ guiding principles to direct all our efforts to build healthy, stable families.

In general, responsible for procurement, organization, and receiving of donated product by safely operating BCS fleet.

Full-time hours:
Monday- Friday: 7:00 am to approximately 3:30 pm.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

DRIVER DUTIES

Driving

Self-motivated to address driving, warehouse needs in appropriate time frames.
Orderly, safe organization of product on truck, and in warehouse.
Maintain appropriate record keeping, in alliance with other BCS employees.
Safely operate electric pallet jack and forklift.
Vigilantly following safety procedures in alliance with other BCS employees.
Interaction and development of relationships with donors, in coordination with Operations Manager.
Maintain fleet maintenance records in coordination with the Warehouse Manager.

The Fleet

Strongly preferred: safely operate a 33,000 GVW (class B endorsement required).
Safely operate a 26,000 GVW box truck (non-CDL), and a 22’ long Transit van.
Share the responsibility of maintaining a safe operational fleet of trucks with the
Warehouse Manager.
Report any problems at the earliest opportunity and coordinate a resolution with the
Warehouse Manager.
Perform a pre-trip inspection each morning.
Help in maintaining an appropriate level of fuel in each of the trucks, filling each as needed.
Maintain the longevity of all trucks by ensuring maintenance schedule is followed. Coordinate with Warehouse Manager as to where and when maintenance will be completed.
Sweep out truck bed as well as clean the cab of the truck at the end of scheduled shift.
Ensure truck is washed monthly.

BENEFITS:

Three weeks paid vacation per year, based on your weekly hours.
Five days paid sick time per calendar year
Yearly Costco Membership
Participation as a Shopping Employee
$30.00 monthly phone reimbursement.
Simple IRA with 3% employer match after one year of employment.
FSA/Dependent care program after 60 days of employment.
Kaiser Health insurance after 60 days of employment.
Paid holidays (if the holidays fall on normally worked days)
o New Year’s Day
o Memorial Day
o Labor Day
o Thanksgiving Day
o Christmas Day

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 or older. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school degree or equivalent experience. Class B endorsement is preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Proven working experience driving trucks in a warehouse setting. Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Financial Literacy Counselor

April 19, 2023
Bilingual Candidates are Preferred
To apply, email resume and cover letter to dino@bcsi.org.

POSITION: Financial Literacy Counselor (FLC)
REPORTS TO: Financial Literacy Manager (FLM)
LEVEL/STATUS: Full-Time, Non-exempt
SUPERVISES: N/A
SALARY: $60,000-$70,000, depending on experience, non-exempt plus benefits

PURPOSE: Birch Community Services, Inc. (BCS) mission is to build a financially stable community by providing education, food, and nurturing accountability. The successful FL Counselor candidate will teach the re$tart financial literacy course, meet individually with participants for the initial goal setting and family vision meeting, provide follow-up coaching and meet at least every six months with participants. The FLC will also manage the progress of families assigned and have initial and annual meetings to determine the necessary next steps and progress towards goals. The FLC will work with systems for tracking and reporting on the outputs related to impact of families in coordination with the Financial Literacy team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

FAMILY FINANCIAL MEETINGS (70%)
Objective: In cooperation with the FLM and team, the FLC will meet with families and focus on story-based intelligence gathering, situational analysis and equipping them with practical next steps on financial and career-related growth. This “story-based intel” gleaned from factors inside and outside of BCS will be used to help families learn to better manage their resources and to assist BCS in improving our programs and developing new ones.

Responsibilities:

Meet with assigned families within 2-3 months of starting with BCS and twice a year (every 6 months)
Quarterly email check in (alternated between 6-month meetings) with each family
Review participant financial information to ensure accuracy and goals
Discuss and develop practical next steps for each family
Maintain confidentiality and respect for each family
Send follow up communication for tracking and accountability
Report to the FLM weekly on the findings and outcomes associated with family meetings
Meet w/ families regarding late notices

TRAINING PROGRAMS (20%)
Objective: In cooperation with the FLM and team, will help develop and implement best-in-class curriculum for courses designed to fulfill BCS’s stated mission. The FLC is responsible for teaching a portion of re$tart and other related financial classes.

Responsibilities:

Help develop and teach curricula
Teach BCS’s finance class re$tart
Assist in monitoring BCS training-related measures of effectiveness including:
- Increased creation and utilization of a financial plan
- Increased emergency savings and decreased debt
- Increased stability in the family unit

OTHER (10%)
Responsibilities:

Assist the FLM and FL team with program outcomes
Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and transition rates
Assist with office tasks and other duties as requested

QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements

2+ years of experience coordinating or training adults
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Birch Community Services
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
Excellent group facilitation skills, including the ability to teach others
Highly organized, able to juggle multiple priorities, take initiative and work in a team approach
Flexible, energetic, creative and detail oriented
Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with composure
Diplomatic and refined conflict management skills
Skill with Microsoft Office
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Personal finance training, and stable financial standing per FLM
Experience in financial counseling

Preferences

Bilingual in Spanish
Experience with a CRM (like Salesforce)
Experience with developing statistical reports
Knowledge of case management and/or best practices

Fundraising Assistant

June 1, 2023
To apply, email resume and cover letter to valerie@bcsi.org.

POSITION: Fundraising Assistant
REPORTS TO: Community Development Manager
HOURS: On Site Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00-3:00 pm, Tuesday/Thursday work from home as needed.
SALARY: $18-26/hr, Depends on Experience

Job Summary: The Fundraising Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our fundraising efforts by utilizing their exceptional storytelling skills. This individual will be responsible for crafting compelling narratives, writing engaging newsletters and emails, and fostering connections with donors. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for writing, an engaging writing style, and the ability to effectively communicate the impact of our organization through storytelling. They should also enjoy interacting with families and effectively conveying their stories to create an emotional connection with donors.

Responsibilities:

Storytelling: Develop and create captivating narratives that effectively convey the mission, impact, and success stories of Birch Community Services.
Newsletter and Email Writing: Produce well-written, informative, and engaging newsletters and emails to keep donors informed about organizational activities, accomplishments, and upcoming events.
Donor Engagement: Cultivate relationships with existing and potential donors through written communication, ensuring they feel connected and valued by sharing inspiring stories and impact updates.
Family Interaction: Engage with program participants and their families, actively listening to their stories, and capturing the essence of their experiences to share with donors.
Content Creation: Collaborate with the marketing and communication team to create content for social media platforms (like reels, posts, etc), website, blog posts, and other marketing materials, incorporating compelling storytelling elements.
Donor Communications: Assist in developing personalized thank-you letters, acknowledgments, and other donor correspondence to express gratitude and maintain donor relationships.
Fundraising Support: Assist in organizing fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives by providing written content, coordinating story-sharing opportunities, and contributing to the development of fundraising strategies.
Research and Data Analysis: Conduct research to gather data, statistics, and success stories for use in fundraising materials and to measure the impact of storytelling efforts.
Collaboration: Collaborate with the development team, volunteers, and other stakeholders to ensure consistent and impactful messaging across all channels.
Graphic Design: Utilize graphic design tools to create visually appealing materials for fundraising campaigns, events, and promotional materials

Qualifications:

Excellent Writing Skills: Exceptional storytelling abilities with a talent for creating engaging content that resonates with donors.
Written Communication: Strong proficiency in writing newsletters, emails, and other written materials, with an understanding of tone, style, and audience engagement.
Empathy and Compassion: Genuine interest in connecting with program participants and their families to understand their experiences and convey their stories effectively.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals, including donors, volunteers, and program participants.
Creativity: Adept at crafting unique and compelling narratives that evoke emotions and inspire action.
Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for Nonprofit Work: A genuine interest in the nonprofit sector and the mission of Birch Community Services.
Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and work closely with various teams to achieve fundraising goals.
Graphic Design (preferred): Experience using Canva to create engaging graphics.

Benefits:

Yearly Costco membership
Three weeks vacation per year (based on average weekly hours worked)
Five paid holidays per year, if normally scheduled that day
Five sick days per year (based on average weekly hours worked)
FSA account after two months
3% matching to Simple IRA, after one year
Opportunity to be an employee shopper
BCS laptop provided, if needed

No other openings at this time.

If you would like us to keep your resume on file, you may send it to info@bcsi.org.