What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Pantry Assistant - CF021 position at Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW?
Title: Food Pantry Assistant - CF021
Location: 355 NW Division St. Gresham, OR 97230
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00AM - 5:30PM.
Wage Range: $21.00-$25.10 non-exempt, hourly
If you are a motivated and dedicated Food Pantry Assistant looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
Company Mission:
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
About the Company:
At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.
Position Overview:
Assists in the stocking of the food pantry and delivery of all internal and external food-related services. The daily work includes food box order preparation, answering phone for pantry needs, data entry, managing inventory, keeping a safe and organized workspace, creating a welcoming/positive environment, and working alongside all NARA NW programs.
What you will do:
• Assist in fulfilling food orders for clients.
• Travel to partnering agency for food pantry order pickups.
• Answer phones for pantry needs.
• Collect individual and household data as needed for intake and reporting.
• Keep food sorted and stocked on pantry shelves in a safe and organized fashion.
• Keep accurate food pantry records.
• Perform all interactions in a personal and professional manner and be sensitive to pantry guests and their household needs.
• Refer clients to a case manager or the appropriate staff for further resources beyond food.
• Report any safety hazard immediately to supervisor, department head, and/or officer as deemed necessary.
• Work collaboratively with the Food Pantry staff to accomplish common goals and objectives that promote the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
• Other duties as assigned.
We would like to hear from people that have:
• Maintain a food handler’s certification and practice food safety in all areas.
• Ability to work in multiple computer programs agency wide.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and complete work in a timely fashion.
• Ability to deliver services to those in need with compassion, clear boundaries, and good communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with clients. Ability to manage time.
• Ability to accurately complete tasks as assigned.
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality. Adhering to 42 CFR and HIPPAA regulation
• Ability to be open minded to new work ideas and methods.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs. and climb ladders.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and policy and procedure manuals.
• Have a valid drivers’ license/insurance and be willing to sign organizational documents necessary for driving company vehicles.
What’s in it for you?
14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th!
Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
- 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
- 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
- 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
- $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Spending Account
- 401(k) with 4% Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC
How to apply:
- To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
- Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
- Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.
NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.
NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.
Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart
Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.
Salary : $21 - $25