PT Shelter Staff Position
Reports To: Executive Director and Shelter Supervisor
Rate of Pay: $18.00 Per Hour
Work Schedule: Primary work hours are overnight and weekends. Times and days may vary.
Training: 20-hr Crisis Counseling/Dynamics of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Human Trafficking. Training provided by REACH of Macon County.
Work Description:
- Provide direct client services including intakes, supportive counseling, accessing needs, providing information and referrals, goal setting, and some transportation as needed
- Handle day-to-day operations of shelter, oversee MANNA and USDA food program, and completing record-keeping and paperwork.
- Maintain confidential paperwork, client files and perform data entry.
- Coordinate with other staff and community agencies, and perform additional duties as assigned.
- Cover crisis line as needed.
- Coordinate shelter client activities and meetings.
- Support an environment that encourages client growth, health, and safety.
- As needed, assist Court Advocate in providing information, accompaniment, Victim Compensation assistance and other court advocacy duties.
Skills:
- Friendly and patient personality
- Ability to follow instructions
- Neat and Efficient
- Ability to work independently
- Computer/phone skills a plus
- Human relations/social service skills a plus
- Supportive and understanding of philosophy and mission of REACH of Macon County.
- Minimum of a 2-year degree, currently degree seeking, and/or related job experience
Additional Benefits:
- One free floating holiday to recognize and honor the employee’s birthday, usable at any time with prior approval from the Executive Director.
- Eligibility for an annual holiday supplement, although other benefits are not included for PT positions.
The Mission of REACH of Macon County is to eradicate domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking crimes in our community through prevention, intervention, and educational services. REACH also takes affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Part-Time Thrift Store Manager at REACH for Bargains
Reports To: Executive Director
Position: Part-Time, Up to 30 hours per week
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, VARIES 9:00 AM–6:30 PM (some evenings as needed)
Position Summary: The Thrift Store Manager oversees all aspects of REACH for Bargains’ daily operations to maximize sales revenue and support REACH of Macon County’s mission. This position supervises staff and volunteers, manages inventory, and ensures the store remains a welcoming, organized, and mission-centered environment.
Duties (include but are not limited to):
- Ensure accurate sales operations by overseeing the Square POS system, supervising opening/closing procedures, and verifying completion of daily sales reports—performing tasks directly when coverage requires.
- Lead and manage the team by scheduling, training, mentoring, and evaluating staff and volunteers to uphold strong customer service and smooth store operations; foster a positive, inclusive work culture by organizing or supporting activities that recognize staff and volunteer contributions—such as celebrating birthdays, milestones, and other team achievements.
- Direct merchandising and boutique operations by setting standards for pricing, staging, seasonal displays, and trend-based merchandising; assist with execution as needed.
- Guide donation pricing and intake by establishing pricing strategies and quality standards and supporting staff in pricing donations for a broad customer base.
- Maintain knowledge of clothing/shoe brands and current styles to inform pricing, displays, and training of staff.
- Oversee donation acceptance and processing, ensuring receipts and quality control are completed properly, and assist with processing during high-volume periods.
- Coordinate staging and movement of large items by directing staff or assisting customers; provide hands-on help when necessary. Strong background in staging vignettes.
- Manage social media marketing (Facebook, Instagram; TikTok a plus) by creating or approving content, delegating routine posts, and ensuring consistent promotion of merchandise and sales events.
- Conduct or delegate opening and closing walk-throughs to ensure cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety standards.
- Maintain store appearance by directing or assisting with cleaning, trash removal, and routine maintenance as needed.
- Model outstanding customer service by greeting and assisting shoppers and reinforcing service standards with the team.
- Promote and support the mission of REACH in all customer, donor, and community interactions.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Friendly, outgoing, and customer-focused with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead a team.
- Retail or thrift store experience strongly preferred; supervisory experience required.
- Proficiency with Square POS and basic computer applications.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
- Supportive and understanding of the philosophy and mission of REACH of Macon County.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Part-time, $18.00 Per Hour
- One floating holiday for your birthday (may be taken any time with prior approval).
The Mission of REACH of Macon County is to eradicate domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking crimes in our community through prevention, intervention, and educational services. REACH provides equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Part-Time Truck Driver Assistant/Mover
Reports To: Store Manager/Executive Director
Position: Part-Time position
Hours: Approximately 2-4 days a week
9:30-4:30, Monday-Saturday
Days and times vary
Duties: Include but are not limited to:
- Be able to drive a box truck and operate lift
- Maintain a clean driving record
- Must be able to lift 80lbs or more
- Assist in maintaining the safe working order of the truck and advise of needed repairs or issues
- Assist with accepting store donations and writing receipts
- Assist with duties that help keep the store in good order (i.e. taking recycling and trash, cleaning, etc…)
- Assist REACH office with carrying away large trash, food pick-ups, maintenance, and other needs that require the truck.
- Assist with scheduling pick-ups as needed
- Greeting and assisting customers
- Moving furniture as needed
- Assist with sorting donations as needed
- Promote and support the mission of REACH
Skills:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Friendly, outgoing, and works well with the public
- Able to work independently
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience in customer service
- Supportive and understanding of the philosophy and mission of
REACH of Macon County
While the PT position does not include benefits, all employees, regardless of position, receive one free floating holiday to recognize and honor their birthday. This holiday can be taken at any time with prior approval from the Executive Director. PT employees are also eligible for an annual holiday supplement.