Gift Shop Volunteer Extraordinaire

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Get Connected Icon 8:30am - 12:30pm; 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Description

Join our fun crew as a volunteer cashier in the Medical Center’s Gift Shop and make a difference in someone's day!

A little bit about what you'll be doing:
* Interacting with staff, visitors, and patients and helping them locate desired gift shop items.
* Operating a computerized register system (easy to navigate; one-on-one training will be provided).
* Answering the phone.
* Taking payment for purchases and making change when necessary.
* Replacing merchandise from back stock as needed (no heavy lifting).
* Assist in keeping the Gift Shop clean and tidy (nothing strenuous).
* Providing directions and giving non-medical information when requested.

What we're looking for:
* Must be at least 16 years of age.
* Ability to volunteer for a weekly shift.
* 6-month commitment (may be non-consecutive).
* Ability to communicate with people of all backgrounds.
* Familiarity with principals of retailing is helpful.
* Ability to count money and make change.

 

Volunteer Benefits:

* Annual appreciation luncheon
* 10% discount on gift shop purchases
* Free small fountain drink, coffee, or tea from the cafeteria
* 30% discount on cafeteria purchases
* Ability to park anywhere on main campus
* Free flu shot & covid boosters (as supplies allow)
* Service hours

 

If you're looking for a fun and rewarding place to volunteer, then this is the place for you! Come share your smile with us!

Details

Get Connected Icon 16 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Family Friendly
Get Connected Icon Is Not Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Wheelchair Accessible

Location

Get Connected Icon 1801 Hickman Road
Des Moines, IA  50314