November 18, 2024

Open Door Mission

Elkhorn

FULL TIME

Receiving Associate (Elkhorn)

Receiving Associate (Elkhorn)

Join the Open Door Mission's team of dedicated staff who are committed to full-time Christian ministry and breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty!

ABOUT THIS POSITION

If you are looking for more than a job, join us at our Outreach Center in Elkhorn, NE as a Receiving Associate! In this position you will maintain a Christ-centered receiving program that meets the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of low-income families and single individuals in the community of Omaha. Our Elkhorn Center brings in the most donations of any location, making this position an extremely important one in our Community Outreach department!

RESPONSIBILITIES

A full job description will be provided for review during the interview process.

Receive and record donations, always acting with a friendly, helpful, and thankful attitude towards donors.
Unload trucks.
Organize and prepare donations for transportation.
Work as a team with staff members and community volunteers.
Operate equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
Keep the receiving area and equipment clean, in good repair, and organized.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS...

A visible relationship with Jesus Christ, and ability to share the gospel as opportunities arise.
Consistent attendance at a local Christian church
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and sit/stand/walk for prolonged periods.
Must be trainable in use of pallet jack and forklift
Proficient computer skills, including Google Suite and general computer operations.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE...

High school diploma and a valid driver's license.
Good decision-making skills, and an ability to work with people in crisis situations.
Excellent ability to organize and make a space efficient and welcoming
Must be able to delegate others to do work.
Must agree with the Open Door Mission Statement of Faith.

PERKS & AVAILABLE BENEFITS

401(K) plan with a 2% company contribution and 4% company match
Health Insurance option
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Account
Complimentary Life Insurance, Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance, and long-term disability.
PTO and paid Sick leave
11 Paid Holidays
Right Now Media Membership
Christ-centered staff culture
On-campus cafeteria with complimentary meals
On-campus exercise rooms

DETAILS

Job Type: Full Time
Pay Range: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Work Location: Elkhorn Donation Center

ABOUT OPEN DOOR MISSION

Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission founded in 1954 committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Each day, Open Door Mission’s campus offers 917 safe, shelter beds to people experiencing homelessness, serves over 4,747 nutritious meals to feed the hungry, and provides homeless preventive resources to more than 1,000 people living in poverty to empower them to remain in their own homes.

At Open Door Mission, we believe in coming alongside people experiencing homelessness and poverty, empathizing with their situation and speaking truth into their lives—that they are worthy, valued and created in the image of God. It’s our passion, our calling. And we’ve been doing it since 1954.

Our Impact in 2023:

Provided 185,344 nights of safe shelter.
Served 1.8 million nutritious meals to feed the hungry.
Empowered 27,315 individuals to remain in their own homes and preventing homelessness.
Celebrated 65 graduates from life-changing programs.
Diverted 8,679 patients experiencing homelessness from hospital emergency room visits.
Connected 338 individuals with Behavioral/Mental Health Care
Changed lives along with 5,4329 volunteers giving 47,245 hours of their valuable time.
Processed and redistributed 5.04 million pounds of Gift-in-Kind donations from generous donors.

Apply today to join the team that's inspiring HOPE for lasting change in our community!