Student - Community Outreach Worker -- MCC Thrift

Do you love thrifting? Enjoy helping others? Want to make a positive impact in your community? Looking for a fun way to gain experience while supporting a meaningful mission? Thrift on Purpose (MCC Thrift), contributes to the work of Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) by providing friendly service and a positive experience for all customers, donors, volunteers, and staff.

The Agapé Center's Department of Service Learning & Community Engagement is partnering with Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) Thrift on Purpose to hire student volunteers who can support the shop's operations and mission. Work hours & days of the week are flexible. Training will be provided. Duties include: Sort donations as assigned and place in designated areas Make decisions on what items are saleable, for recycling, or for trash Use established pricing guidelines, price items for floor display Decide which items might be used for the high value case Maintain consistent and reliable attendance Other duties as assigned Minimum 2-hour shift, at least once a week Friendly and engaging personal style Strong interpersonal skills with people of all ages and backgrounds Ability to work as a part of a team Healthy balance of patience and energy Ability to receive direction from staff Ability to stand, lift, and move items (preferred) Knowledge and/or interest in the second-hand market Ability to look at and access items for quality