Volunteer

Greeters
The Volunteer remains at or near the front door and assist customers in and out of the location.

Books
The Volunteer shall be responsible for sorting books donated to Goodwill Industries in an effort to ensure proper inspection and pricing of goods.

Displays
The Volunteer shall make every effort to keep the work location clean, organized and assist with displays to enhance sales opportunities for store personnel.

Collectibles Coordinator
The appropriate Volunteer needs to have knowledge of antiques and collectibles. The items will be inspected for our Shopgoodwill sales. Reference books and a computer for research will be available to authenticate and price items received. The Collectibles Coordinator will also help prepare items for shipment to customers and help to handle customer inquiries.

Merchandising Opportunities

Clothing
Colorization involves arranging items within a category by color. Generally, on a two-sided rack, plain (solid) colors go on one side while prints; checks and plaids go on the opposite side. Within the solids, depending on the season, the orientation is either dark to light or vice versa front to back of the rack. On the opposite side, plaids are separated from checks and prints and the general orientation of either dark to light or vice versa is followed. Recovery is the process by which we maintain the Colorization and categorization on the floor. Recovery also means pulling off textiles that have stains, rips tears or other blemishes that may have got to the sales floor in error. Additionally, the manager on duty may instruct you to pull off textiles of a particular color tag. A shopping cart or hamper may be used to complete these.

Shoes
Shoes are merchandised on shoe racks or on toppers. Dress shoes are merchandises next to or above dress clothing. Sports shoes go with sports clothing or jogging outfits and so on. Also they need to be arranged by color so that they are attractive to the customer. Shoes are also straightened throughout the day.

Hats and Handbags
There are distinct areas in the store set up for displaying hats and handbags. The objective is to colorize and categorize these in the most attractive way possible. Dress hats are merchandise with dress clothes while men’s hats are merchandised with men’s clothing.

For more information on volunteering and becoming involved with Goodwill please 410-837-1800 ext.141 or e-mail abryant@goodwillches.org

GenesisJobs Volunteers

GenesisJobs "employs" volunteers as key staff. Our volunteers are successful community, business and professional people who know what it takes to keep a job. Their reason for being here is for a sense of satisfaction-not money, nor profitability. They know they are responsible to and focused on the candidate that comes for help. The value to volunteers is the opportunity to grow and help others grow, the satisfaction of doing an important job well, and the fellowship of community. Current GenesisJobs Volunteer Opportunities Include:

WorkNet Facilitators
Using the Instructor’s Guide, teach one (or more!) of the 3.5 hour career workshop sessions on a monthly basis. Workshop topics include Understanding U.S. Business Culture, Overcoming Barriers, and Marketing Yourself. (This position is good for a dynamic individual who is able to speak in front of a group, well organized, presents information in a clear manner, able to facilitate conversation, and promote participation among applicants.)

Job Counselors
Help applicants manage their job search by coaching applicants individually on application writing, interviewing techniques, job search strategies, and personal presentation. Meet with them on a weekly basis either at GenesisJobs or off-site. Help match applicants with the right employers and the right jobs. (This position is good for someone who is compassionate, can motive people, able to be direct and honest with applicants, familiar with the world of work and the U.S. business culture, and able to develop good working relationships with applicants.)

Presenters
Give presentations and distribute information about GenesisJobs services and volunteer opportunities at area churches and religious/civic organizations, fairs, meetings, and/or community programs. Presenters will represent GenesisJobs in various settings to promote applicant as well as volunteer development. (This position is good for someone who is very comfortable speaking in front of a group, motivational, and knowledgeable about GenesisJobs.)

Reference Checkers
Contact previous employers of GenesisJobs applicants by telephone in order to verify employment information. Record important information on a reference summary sheet. (This position is good for someone who is comfortable talking on the phone, has good inquiry skills, is proficient at collecting information, and working independently.)

Daytime Follow-Up Counselors/Evening Follow-Up Counselors
Offer support and encouragement to applicants throughout their first year of employment helping them maintain steady employment, avoid termination, and encourage advancement if possible. (This position is good for someone who is friendly, comfortable communicating via telephone, and able to offer support as well as help trouble-shoot if necessary.)

Greeters
Greet applicants as they arrive for their appointments at GenesisJobs. Sign them in, provide assistance in completing applications, make them feel comfortable, and introduce them to their Job Counselors. (This position is good for someone who is friendly and outgoing, enjoys meeting people and is comfortable talking with all kinds of people.)

Intake Coordinator (Goodwill Headquarters Location)
The Intake Coordinator provides support to Career Development in providing services to clients entering various readiness classes enabling them to transition into employment and self-sufficiency. The Intake Coordinator is responsible for inputting a client’s information into Goodwill’s Client Tracking System to become enrolled in a readiness class. (The coordinator will also be responsible for assessing which readiness classes would best suit the client, if the client is unsure.)

To volunteer and become involved with GenesisJobs please call 410-323-9400 or e-mail info@genesisjobs.org