Social Services Worker & Store Clerk

ALM-Service Center-Oxford Ms - Oxford, MS 38655 End Date 01/19/2026 Overview Category:
Social Services

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

This position is responsible for :

• Provides social service assistance to eligible clients in the following areas: food, lodging, clothing, furniture, and financial assistance; interviews clients to determine need and eligibility to receive services; prepares accurate and complete client records; refers clients to community agencies and maintains effective working relationships with the same; ensures compliance with program policies and procedures.
• Assists store customers in donating, selecting, and purchasing store items

Key Responsibilities:

• Greets and interviews clients requesting assistance to determine client's eligibility for assistance based on program guidelines and restrictions; records clients disposition and other pertinent information such as income, expenses, family and work history; assists clients in completing applications for assistance; photocopies social security cards, picture identification cards, payroll statements, utility bills etc.
• Prepares, completes, and processes food, clothing, and furniture vouchers for eligible clients; directs clients to Lodge kitchen, Thrift Store or Distribution Center for assistance.
• Provides clients with food from pantry; receives and stocks items donated for the pantry; maintains an itemized account of pantry disbursements and inventory.
• Locates and arranges temporary housing for eligible clients; contacts local lodges, homeless shelters, motels, churches, etc. for lodging.
• operates and maintains a cash register;
• responds to customers questions
• maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of the store displays; ensures the security of store items and the cash register.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

• High school diploma or G.E.D.,
• and
• Two years experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public.
• experience working in a retail store preferred.
• or
• any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid State Driver’s License

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

• Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to operate a cash register. Ability to perform routine mathematical computations and count change. Ability to perform frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting or operating a vehicle
• Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.
• Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Veterans| Disabled