ID: 73485

Vinnies Retail Shop Taperoo - Call out for Volunteers

Community Services Regular - more than 6 months Taperoo SA

About this opportunity

Joining Vinnies helps to change lives, and we can all feel good about that.

Vinnies Taperoo is a friendly and vibrant shop filled with an ever changing range of great stock.

We are looking for volunteers in both back of house and front of house roles which can include the following tasks.

  • Providing helpful and courteous customer service – greeting people and answering queries
  • Processing sales – using a simple computer register, EFTPOS/credit card facilities and cash handling
  • Re-stocking shop floor – displaying and merchandising
  • Stock preparation – sorting, cleaning, steaming and pricing
  • Store housekeeping – tidying, dusting, and cleaning
  • General shop duties

Skills and attributes

  • A desire and ability to learn
  • A willingness to follow policies, procedures and instructions
  • The ability to work well in a team environment
  • A friendly and compassionate personality
  • Ability to listen and respond courteously
  • Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy
  • Have sensitivity to the values of people of other faiths, cultures and lifestyles
  • Willing to follow Vinnies Policies and Procedures
  • Undertake training as required

All Vinnies volunteers (minimum age 15 years) require a National Police Clearance prior to commencing, which is paid for by Vinnies.


Additional requirements

National Police Certificate *.

*Please note:
It’s important that organisations continue to monitor and follow the advice and guidelines of both State or Territory, and Federal Governments in relation to the latest COVID-19 requirements.
* As each organisation provides different levels/types of insurance, volunteers are reminded to check with the organisation as to the type of insurance provided for volunteers (e.g. Voluntary Workers Personal Accident Insurance).
* Best practice volunteer involvement recommends that a volunteer role should not be more than 15-16 hours per week.

* May be arranged via the Organisation. Details to be provided on expression of interest.
Time Required

Monday-Saturdays 9:30-5:00pm * Part shifts available

Suitable for
  • Centrelink Volunteers
  • Skilled Volunteers
  • Younger Volunteers, under 18
Type of work
  • Retail & Sales
Training

On-the-job training provided.