Join one of the largest and most respected nonprofit organizations in Southwest Florida; selected the 2021 Nonprofit of the Year by the Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and acknowledged nationally as an industry thought leader. Also, All Faiths Food Bank has been selected as one of the Best Companies to Work For in 2023 & 2024 by Florida Trend Magazine.

All Faiths Food Bank (AFFB) works not only to fight hunger today but also strives to end hunger - forever - by helping families and individuals gain long-term food security, enjoy better health outcomes, and achieve self-sufficiency.

Programs Assistant: Registration

Are you someone who enjoys meaningful work that addresses community needs? Do you advocate effectively for issues you really believe in? Does connecting people with community resources they want and need? Do you also have a heart for nonprofits and a desire to give back to your community? Are you looking for more than just a job; a place to make a real difference in the lives of people every day?

If this sounds like you – let’s talk!

Do you dislike the daily grind of office work?

Tired of retail work, food service, or hospitality?

Do you prefer variety in your work?

Do you also have a heart for nonprofits and a desire to give back to your community?

If you’re looking for more than just a job; a place to make a real difference in the lives of people every day - we should talk!

The Program Assistant: Registration will build awareness of food distributions in the community and encourage participation in food bank services as well as support various program services through general operations.

Registration and Mobile Food Distribution (80-85%)

Attends mobile pantries to log existing clients and register new clients
Packs and distributes food and/or provides traffic assistance at assigned mobile pantries
Provides volunteer assistance at mobile pantries
Provides registration, traffic, and food distribution assistance at child & family pantries or partner food pantry sites as needed
Documents all activity through data collection and reporting systems
Assists with data cleaning and documentation of TEFAP compliance

Outreach and Other Program Activities (15-20%)

Conducts community outreach through placement of door hangers with information on local food distributions to assigned communities throughout Sarasota County
Posts/removes signage in strategic locations before food distributions
Delivers promotional materials and schedules to local organizations/partners
Prepares all marketing materials in advance for scheduled community outreach
Assists with packing and delivery of food boxes for multiple programs (i.e. backpacks/food insecurity screening)
Utilizes designed survey tools to collect client feedback
Assists with other program-related activities as needed
Other duties as assigned according to role and mission

Demonstrates empathy, respect, and understanding of community values and members
Computer literacy and proficiency in technology and common software.
Committed to serving vulnerable populations to end hunger in the community served by AFFB
Acceptance of and commitment to AFFB’s values, vision, and mission

At least one year experience in community work, non-profits, health care, or related field in Sarasota County
High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds
Ability to stand and work in heat for 3-4 hours at food distributions
Bilingual required (Spanish preferred); Creole, Ukrainian, Portuguese
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Must show proof of valid auto insurance. Must meet underwriting requirements to drive fleet vehicles or personal vehicles for business purposes

About us:

For over 30 years, All Faiths Food Bank (AFFB) has offered food and hope to the hungry in Sarasota and DeSoto counties.

Our Mission, Values, Strategic Goals:

Together with our partners, we provide healthy solutions to end hunger in our community.

Values: Respectful, Transparent, Excel, Responsible, Innovative, Collaborative

Strategic Goals:

Understand Our Neighbors’ Experience with Hunger
Address Hunger from Our Neighbors’ Perspective
Advance Our Neighbors’ Economic Mobility by Ending Hunger
Help All Our Neighbors Recognize that Hunger is Next Door

Notice to external Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies: AFFB does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through our website, application process, or directly to any employee. AFFB will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company.

Equal Opportunity:

All Faiths Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully committed to attracting and retaining diverse talent to better reflect the wide variety of experiences and views of the many different stakeholders with whom we are connected. We will invest in actively recruiting, engaging, and fostering a diverse work environment that promotes equity and inclusion.

We commit to providing policies, systems, and a culture where our staff and those we serve will be afforded equitable access and opportunities to reach their full potential and feel valued, respected, and supported.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Evenings as needed
Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

How did you hear about this role?
What interests you most about this position?
How many years of programs assistant experience do you have?
Are you currently, or have you ever been, an employee of AFFB? If so, when and in what capacity?
Are any of your relatives, household members employees at AFFB? (this includes those individuals with whom you have a close relationship)
What is your expected/required compensation for this role?
Are you at least 18 years of age?
What languages do you speak?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

2 languages (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Sarasota, FL 34240 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Sarasota, FL 34240: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

100% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sarasota, FL 34240

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Programs Assistant: Registration