Job summary
Job overview
The Thrift Store Associate at Idaho Youth Ranch supports the nonprofit's mission by selling donated items to fund youth programs, directly impacting community support for Idaho's youth.
Responsibilities and impact
The associate will provide excellent customer service, operate cash registers and payment equipment, sort and price donated merchandise, and handle loading equipment to maintain store operations.
Compensation and benefits
The job offers affordable medical and dental care, voluntary benefits, a 401(k) match, paid time off, employee discounts, and a compassionate work environment.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have strong customer service skills and availability to work weekends.
Work environment and culture
The company culture emphasizes relationships, commitment to mission, growth, compassion, transparency, and joy in the workplace.
Company information
Idaho Youth Ranch is a long-standing Idaho nonprofit focused on providing accessible programs that nurture hope, healing, and resilience for youth.
Unique job features
The position qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as the employer is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
Company overview
Idaho Youth Ranch is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting at-risk youth and families in Idaho through a range of therapeutic, educational, and job-training programs. Founded in 1953, it operates residential care facilities, outpatient therapy services, and thrift stores, which generate revenue to fund its programs. The organization focuses on addressing mental health challenges, trauma, and behavioral issues while providing life skills and career readiness support. Its long-standing commitment to empowering youth makes it a vital resource in the community.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your strong customer service skills and ability to create a positive shopping experience, as Idaho Youth Ranch values 'WOW' customer interactions.
Emphasize your experience with cash register operations, credit/check processing, and handling donated merchandise including sorting, cleaning, pricing, and stocking items.
Showcase any experience with operating equipment like pallet jacks, hand carts, or lift gates, which are important for the physical aspects of the Thrift Store Associate role.
Apply through multiple channels such as the Idaho Youth Ranch corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase chances of being noticed.
Connect with current employees or managers in the Idaho Youth Ranch thrift store division on LinkedIn; ice breakers can include expressing admiration for their mission to support youth or asking about their favorite part of working at the thrift store.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'customer service,' 'cash register,' 'donated merchandise,' and 'loading equipment' to pass initial automated screenings.
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