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Current Openings

CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS:

Food Access Coordinator

Hygiene Center Coordinator

POSITION: Food Access Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Food Services Manager

Position Description: The Food Access Coordinator is responsible for assisting in the efficient operation of the SLU Food Bank at ICS (Immanuel Community Services), home deliveries, picking up donated food from area partners and organization of the Pantry.

ABOUT IMMANUEL COMMUNITY SERVICES: Immanuel Community Services strives to alleviate the effects of poverty, hunger, homelessness, and addiction by providing community-based social services to those in need through four programs in the Cascade Neighborhood of South Lake Union in Seattle. Through our Hygiene Center, Food Bank, Recovery Program Shelter, and Community Lunch, we strive to build relationship and be a place where people can become connected and involved. We work together to maintain dignity, rekindle hope, and create a community of belonging.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Grocery Rescue:

Coordinate the pickup of food items from local grocery stores and various suppliers for distribution by ICS, using the ICS van or other approved transportation.
Ensure that the Food Pantry and other ICS property are maintained according to public health standards in regards to Food Bank operations and ICS Food Service.
Receive, sort, and evaluate food and other donations. Store them in a safe, orderly, hygienic manner in the appropriate section of the Pantry
Ensure that van is kept clean, locked after use and in good working order after Grocery Rescue (gas, etc.).

Home Delivery and Food Bank Operations:

Assist Food Services Manager in preparing and delivering food through the Home Delivery Program.
Assist Food Services Manager in the efficient operation of SLU Food Bank at ICS during set-up, clean-up and food distribution; provide coverage during absence of Food Services Manager.
Assist Food Services Manager with receiving, sorting and storing of incoming food deliveries and donations.
Work with Food Services Manager to maintain accurate Food Bank records including food donations and volunteer information and hours.

Volunteers:

Supervise volunteers in their various functions in food service operations.

Other:

Maintain healthy and efficient relationships with staff, volunteers, and community partners.
Follow policies and procedures of Immanuel Community Services
Keep in communication via phone, email, and meetings with the Food Services Manager on a regular basis to evaluate and maintain operations
Ensure that required reports are completed and turned into Food Services Manager on a regular basis.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be comfortable working with diverse populations, including homeless, low-income and diverse members of our community.
Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Able to deescalate conflicts as needed.
Strong skills in space efficiency, organization, time management and cleanliness.
Enjoy working as a team but able to work independently.
A positive attitude and a great sense of humor.
A valid Washington State Driver’s License.
Must obtain a King County Food Handler’s permit within 30 days of employment.
Ability to lift 50lbs repetitively.
Bilingual (Ukrainian/Russian, Chinese and/or Spanish), a plus.

COMPENSATION & COMMITMENTS:

Compensation: ICS will provide compensation of $23-$27/hr.

Hours: Part Time, 20 hrs./week. Friday – Monday. Additional hours may be required during special events.

Paid Time Off (PTO): ICS values the health of its employees and strongly endorses the importance of a

balanced work/life. ICS provides eleven paid holidays and four weeks of PTO per year, pro-rated for weekly hours worked.

Benefits: 15% benefit contributed to health/dental/vision plan. Retirement.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to:

Caroline Roers

Food Services Manager

Immanuel Community Services

1215 Thomas Street

Seattle, WA 98109

(206) 622-1930

foodbank@icsseattle.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled. Early applications encouraged.

Immanuel Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other class protected by law

POSITION: Hygiene Center Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Homeless Services Manager

Position Description – The Hygiene Center Coordinator is responsible for the efficient operation of the Immanuel Community Services (ICS) Hygiene Center, providing showers & laundry services for guests and a safe clean welcoming space for guests to find respite during program hours.

ABOUT IMMANUEL COMMUNITY SERVICES: Immanuel Community Services (ICS) strives to alleviate the effects of poverty, hunger, homelessness and addiction by providing community-based social services to those in need through four programs in the Cascade Neighborhood of South Lake Union in Seattle. Through our Hygiene Center, Food Bank, Recovery Shelter and Community Lunch, we strive to build relationships and be a place where people can become connected and involved. We work together, side-by-side, to maintain dignity, rekindle hope and create a community of belonging.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Hygiene Center:

Set-up and maintain hospitality beverages & supplies each day including: fresh water, coffee and coffee supplies.
Set-up and maintain handwashing station.
Monitor Welcome Desk and ensure each guest signs in upon entry each day. • Distribute towels, shower supplies and other hygiene supplies to guests who wish to use services.
Maintain shower schedule and monitor shower room to ensure male/female privacy. • Coordinate laundry services: guest laundry and towels/facility laundry.
Maintain a safe environment for guests, volunteers & staff in the Hygiene Center. ~ De-escalate any conflicts that arise on Hygiene Center floor.

~ Work in collaboration with Homeless Services Manager to address any disciplinary issues.

~ Call first responders if necessary.

~ Complete necessary Incident Reports

Maintain healthy relationships and appropriate boundaries with Hygiene Center guests. • Assist volunteers with set-up and clean-up of meal services.
Ensure guests vacate premises by end of program and check floors, bathrooms, etc. for belongings left behind and any paraphernalia to be cleared.

Operations:

Clean showers, restrooms and gym floor daily after program closure.
Keep all supplies stocked and stored in an organized and efficient manner.
Inform Homeless Services Manager of supply needs in a timely manner, including hygiene supplies, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, coffee supplies, etc.
Identify and address any facility issues immediately, as able.
Report any unresolved facility issues to Homeless Services Manager in a timely manner. • Make recommendations to Homeless Services Manager ways to improve the spaces occupied by clients, ensuring that the Hygiene Center continues to feel welcoming and comfortable for returning clients while welcoming people who may be newly homeless and new to ICS.

REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Physically able to complete necessary cleaning tasks and navigate stairs.
Able to lift 50 pounds repetitively.
General knowledge – or a willingness to learn – about guests experiencing homelessness. • A positive attitude and a great sense of humor. Ability to interact with Hygiene Center guests with patience and compassion.
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus.

COMPENSATION & COMMITMENTS:

Compensation: ICS will provide compensation of $23-$26/hr.

Hours: Full-time, 40 hrs./week. Additional hours may be required during special events. Hours are flexible Monday-Friday.

Paid Time Off (PTO): ICS values the health of its employees and strongly endorses the importance of a balanced work/life. ICS provides eleven paid holidays and four weeks PTO per year.