Food Pantry Student Worker

OHSUs Student Health and Wellness Center (SHW) is seeking two passionate, reliable, flexible, and detail-oriented OHSU Student Workers to assist with starting and maintain a campus food pantry (the Food Resource Center @OHSU). The Food Resource Center will provide nutritious, no-cost food to OHSU students and employees to help mitigate food insecurity on campus.

The mission of the Student Health & Wellness Center is to support the health and well-being of OHSU students and postdoctoral fellows during their academic careers at OHSU. As a small clinic, our providers and staff work hard to provide exceptional and confidential primary care, behavioral health care, wellness programming, and integrative medicine in our integrated clinic, located on the primary OHSU campus on Marquam Hill in Portland, Oregon. The Student Workers will also work closely with Food Pantry Task Force members from across campus.

At Student Health, we promote a work culture that is passionate about serving our students, supports work/life balance for each employee, provides robust learning opportunities, and encourages collaboration between all roles. We believe in providing high-quality care for our students in an environment that also supports the well-being of each team member and of the health of our team as a whole.

Applicants from diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity are encouraged to apply.

As a Student Worker, you will work closely with Student Health and Wellness staff and Food Pantry Task Force members to assist with the start and day-to-day operations of the Food Resource Center. You will play a valuable role in helping start this Center and contributing to the well-being of OHSU students and employees. Some general duties are expected to include:

• Help with procuring, stocking, and/or distributing food
• Support with other food security-related tasks, such as organizing the pantry space and inventory; tracking, entering, and reporting data; posting fliers; and/or other duties as needed
• Generally assist Student Health and the OHSU Food Pantry Task Force with helping start the Food Resource Center and addressing food insecurity at OHSU

• Enrolled in, on vacation from, or otherwise registered in a Graduate Program (minimum 4.5 credit hours) or Undergraduate Program (minimum 6 credit hours)
• Valid Drivers License, good driving record, and (preferred) reliable access to a vehicle for periodically transporting food or supplies if needed Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite
• Food Handlers card valid in Oregon (may be obtained after hiring)Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Listens for understanding, communicates effectively across cultures and backgrounds, and treats all people with dignity and respect
• Strong customer service skills. Willingness to serve as a positive and professional representative of the Food Resource Center and Student Health in all interactions, including via email, phone, virtual and in-person.
• Must be able to pass a federal criminal history background check

• Experience volunteering and/or working in a food pantry or related setting
• Experience with food safety
• Experience coordinating a project, program or service
• Experience working with vulnerable populations, such as those experiencing hunger or financial insecurity
• Ability to work accurately and relatively independently, while also being a key member of a team
• Flexible, open and helpful attitude and communication style, and willingness to adapt to the changing needs and learnings associated with a new program/service

How to Apply: To submit a complete application, please include the following:

1. Resume or CV
2. Answers to the following questions in a Word document or PDF (no more than one page single-spaced):
   1. What interests you in this position? How does this position fit in your career and/or educational goals?
   2. What skills and/or experience do you bring to this position? Do you have any experience related to the job duties and/or required and preferred qualifications?

For questions about this position, please email Jen Cai, Wellness & Outreach Program Manager, at caije@ohsu.edu .

Working conditions:

Work will occur remotely as well as on-site, including at the pantry location in OHSUs Student Center. Work may involve some local travel to pick up food items/supplies if needed.

Physical demands & equipment usage:

Work will require regular moving of fresh, packaged, and frozen food items. Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull approximately 40 lbs. repeatedly. May handle food with allergens, such as peanut butter or wheat flour.

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