What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Resource Intern (Volunteer Leader) position at St. Louis Area Foodbank?

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Position Title : Community Resource Intern (Volunteer Leader)

Location : St. Louis Area Foodbank

Overview :

The Community Resource Intern will serve as a volunteer leader in the Ending Hunger Department at the St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB). This role will support public benefit application assistance and contribute to the Food Bank's outreach initiatives, including Food Fairs, Mobile Markets, and Nutrition Education. The intern will work closely with partnering agencies, residents from the 26 counties served by SLAFB, and Food Bank staff. Additionally, the intern may assist in strategic initiatives to further SLAFB's growth and mission. Please note this role with work specifically with those living in the state of Illinois.

Key Responsibilities :

Assist clients with public benefit applications via phone through the Google SNAP Program and other community referral services.

Input public benefit applications into the Oasis database for tracking and reporting purposes.

Conduct research and engage with potential new community organizations for outreach, focusing on underserved areas within SLAFB's service territory.

Collaborate with Community Resource Coordinators to schedule and participate in outreach events aimed at community engagement and providing public benefit assistance.

Work alongside the Equitable Access team to support community outreach events and food distributions.

Partner with the Programs staff to assist with additional tasks and duties as assigned.

Additional Opportunities for Exposure : To gain a comprehensive understanding of the Food Bank's work, the intern may volunteer in various program areas, including but not limited to :

Assisting the Community Resource Team in the field.

Participating in outreach efforts related to nutrition and wellness education.

Supporting the Food Bank's Volunteer Center.

Engaging in Food Distributions and the Food on the Move program.

Assisting with School Market initiatives.

Shadowing a SLAFB driver on distribution routes.

Reviewing articles and attending webinars on food insecurity, food bank operations, and advocacy.

Qualifications :

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university.

Non-profit experience is preferred but not required.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse individuals.

Ability to collaborate well with a variety of personalities and work effectively in a team.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other web-based applications.

Basic understanding of evaluation, program implementation, and logic models.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.

A passion for the Foodbank's mission and a commitment to embodying SLAFB's Core Values : Stewardship, Teamwork, Agility, and Respect.

Physical Demands :

Walking to and from the corporate office to the warehouse, both of which are on the Foodbank campus.

Walking on hard concrete surfaces (in the warehouse or in the community).

Ability to lift, bend, stoop, pick up and move objects up to 40-50 pounds.

Time Commitment :

This internship requires a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week. There is flexibility in scheduling, and the intern will work with their supervisor to determine hours that align with academic requirements and personal experience goals.

The intern may have the opportunity to adjust their hours as needed. Community events and outreach activities will be scheduled in coordination with the intern's availability.

Internship Objectives :

Gain a comprehensive understanding of local and national hunger and poverty issues.

Develop a strong grasp of community and government responses to hunger and poverty.

Build and enhance facilitation and leadership skills in group settings.

Gain experience in data collection and development related to food access in underserved communities.

Engage with community members to provide support and education, particularly in the area of nutrition.

The impact you will make...

Building a stronger bi-state region by nourishing people, empowering communities, and transforming systems.

At the St. Louis Area Foodbank, we are working to create a nutritionally secure Missouri and Illinois where no one goes to bed hungry. With the dedicated partnership of over 600 hunger relief programs and local agencies - including soup kitchens, food pantries, shelters, and residential programs - we are responding to hunger in communities across 26 counties in Missouri and Illinois by distributing food to more than 400,000 people every year.

Since opening in 1975, and with this community's tremendous support and generosity, the St. Louis Area Foodbank has grown to become our region's largest food distribution charity dedicated to feeding those in need. Together, we are feeding people and working to address the root causes of hunger for a lasting impact every day.

SLAFB DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) STATEMENT

You are welcome at the St. Louis Area Foodbank (SLAFB) for who you are. At the SLAFB, we strive to empower our team to embrace and celebrate who they are by cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment. Doing so strengthens our organization, cultivates a culture where everyone feels valued and can bring their best selves to the SLAFB and enables us to nourish people, empower communities, and transform systems. At the SLAFB, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusivity to create a respectful and fulfilling workplace representing a broad range of lived experiences and viewpoints. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the neighbors and communities we serve in the bi-state region to enhance engagement and connectivity with all key stakeholders.

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