Who We Are:

Catholic Charities is proud of its 90-plus year history of providing vital social services in our Diocese. Today, we maintain a substantial presence in ten communities throughout the twenty-eight counties of central Illinois. Area Offices operate in the communities of Alton, Carlinville, Decatur, Effingham, Granite City, Mattoon, Quincy, and Springfield. In addition, Catholic Charities manages facilities in Alton (Catholic Children's Home) and Beardstown (The St. Anne Residence). The agency has earned national reaccreditation through COA, the Council on Accreditation for Children and Family Services, which certifies that all programs meet best practice social service standards. This certification is the result of a monumental effort by Catholic Charities staff throughout the Diocese working together to modify and improve the delivery of services to our deserving clients.

The agency partners with many volunteers who are dedicated to the success of the local Catholic Charities operations. Advisory boards are excellent examples of such partnerships. The local advisory boards are comprised of special individuals who serve as the agency's vital link to the needs of our communities; they provide invaluable advocacy and support. Over the years, these advisory boards have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to ensure that the mission of Catholic Charities remains viable and responsive.

Our vast array of "Continuum of Care" services include counseling programs, senior services and guardianship, health care, residential care, independent living; special education, emergency shelter care, family preservation services, food and clothing distribution, St. John's Breadline, Meals on Wheels in Decatur, crisis assistance, Med-Assist, Mobile Food Pantry, Catholic Charities Legal Services, The St. Anne Residence and discount resale stores. Catholic Charities seeks to respond to the needs of its communities through these diverse programs. Every year, this objective is realized as literally thousands of children and families are positively impacted by our efforts.

Job Summary:

To operate and maintain the food pantry, provide crisis assistance with grocery items to those in need. Keep supplies on hand, prepare orders, keep records, distribute food, recruit and oversee volunteers.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare daily food orders for distribution.
• Answer phone regarding food pantry issues.
• Be on hand when food arrives and check all items for usability, and stock shelves.
• Carry in food, as help is required.
• Keep daily records i.e. volunteer and daily disbursement sheets.
• Pick up food from donors, Food Bank or from stores as necessary.
• Maintain and order supplies.
• Maintain pantry by utilizing a regular cleaning schedule.
• Take out pantry garbage.
• Maintain pantry equipment and alert supervisor for maintenance immediately.
• Actively communicate with the supervisor regarding shortages, special needs, etc.
• Treat clients with respect, dignity and firmness with regards to the pantry rules.
• Maintain regular communication with regular donors i.e. church secretaries.
• Contact donors as needed to keep pantry supplies by calling on schools, and assist supervisor with development of new donors.
• Recruit, provide orientation, schedule and provide assistance for volunteers.
• Assist supervisor with media opportunities, speaking opportunities, public meetings, and community networking.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities, Education and Experience:

• High school / General education diploma.
• Ability to accept instructions and apply them in a logical and responsible manner and to make productive us of unsupervised time.
• Sensitivity and respect for populations of individuals who may be considered marginalized regarding their socioeconomic, emotional, physical and spiritual backgrounds and the ability to work within a team concept and the philosophy of the agency mission.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• Prefer prior experience driving a food-truck

Related Job Requirements: Availability for evening, weekend and extra Holiday hours as required.

Catholic Charities offers a robust benefits package including:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 403(b) & Pension Plan
• Vacation, Sick, & Personal Time
• 14.5 Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Eligible Employer

***Although being a member of the Catholic faith is not a requirement to be employed by Catholic Charities, it is expected and required of all employees to respect, support and uphold the mission of Catholic Charities which is “to extend to all the healing and empowering presence of Jesus”.