Sobre este puesto de V - Boutique Assistant en The Salvation Army
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
As a Boutique Assistant, you are key in helping our women and their children in their journeys, restoring hope and dignity by building their clothing collection. Two hours each week is all it takes to ensure we have the most suitable stock readily available, making a practical and positive impact on these women's lives.
Our philosophy is that every person deserves dignity, respect, and quality of service, and that everyone deserves a life free from family and domestic violence and to feel safe in their own home.
Key responsibilities
Organising and maintaining stock: By helping to ensure our stock is organised efficiently, easy to find and well-kept in the Boutique, you’ll be contributing to the wonderful work at Graceville and assisting us in meeting the basic needs of our vulnerable clients.
Inventory control: By sourcing further stock to fill gaps and keeping an eye on our inventory, you will be ensuring that there is sufficient stock for incoming women and children, assisting us to meet our clients’ immediate needs.
Qualifications and skills (desired/required)
Desired: experience in a similar environment including but not limited to: retail, boutique, or product placement
Capabilities and personal attributes
Manage self: Shows personal motivation and commitment to completing work activities effectively.
Act ethically and with integrity: Is reliable and trustworthy and acts consistent with TSA vision, mission and values.
Show respect: Seeks input from others to better understand diverse perspectives and needs.
Display resilience: Remains open to new ideas and approaches.
Work collaboratively: Works as a supportive and cooperative team member, shares information and acknowledges the contribution and support of others.
Innovate and continuously improve: Shares ideas about ways to improve work tasks and solve problems; adopts improvements and innovations.
Background check requirements
Background checks play an important part in our commitment to being a safe organisation. Where an applicant has disclosable history, the selection process includes a fair assessment and a risk management approach. Collection of personal information is handled per our privacy and confidentiality policies. Below is what is required for this role:
As this role is in a high-risk environment and will likely encounter vulnerable people and their children, it requires a Working with Children Check.
As this role is in a high-risk environment and will likely encounter vulnerable people, it requires a Police Check.
(This police check can be completed via The Salvation Army through a no-cost to the volunteer process).
Development opportunities with this role
This role will give volunteers an opportunity to develop skills and build experience in in some retail practices, valuations of donations, sorting and stocking of shelves, as well as experience in working as a part of a team. Volunteers will receive on the job training and support, working alongside passionate and experienced community service professionals in a caring and supportive environment.
Time Required & Commitment
2 Hours per week on Thursdays 10am-12pm
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
