Thrift Store Adventurer - Ontario Youth Ranch

About the role

The Idaho Youth Ranch has been helping at‑risk kids and their families for over 60 years through emergency shelter, residential care, substance‑abuse treatment, job‑readiness training, alternative education, adoption services, family counseling, and a statewide network of 29 thrift stores. The organization’s approach is to intervene early, treat the whole child, and stay with each youth as long as needed. Volunteers are welcomed into a culture where relationships are the foundation, everyone is committed to the same mission, growth is encouraged, compassion is shown, trust leads to transparency, and joy sustains the work.

Responsibilities

• Support staff with routine product rotations: roll carts, place merchandise on the floor, and pull items.
• Assist in collecting and categorizing donations.
• Enhance customer service by warmly greeting and assisting shoppers.
• Apply expertise in categories such as home goods, clothing, shoes, accessories, or books to help with pricing.
• Ensure store shelves and racks are clean, well‑organized, and visually appealing.

Requirements

• Be at least 13 years old.
• Submit a volunteer application.
• Complete a general criminal background check.
• Participate in an interview.
• Agree to comply with all Idaho Youth Ranch Volunteer Policies and Procedures.

Skills

• Friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic demeanor.
• Ability to coordinate colors and create appealing displays.
• Knowledge of product categories such as home goods, clothing, shoes, accessories, or books for pricing assistance.
• Strong customer‑service orientation.

Benefits

• Discounts available at Idaho Youth Ranch thrift stores.
• Work in a supportive, compassionate environment where teamwork is valued.
• Know that each volunteer hour directly helps provide vital services to Idaho’s youth in need.

Schedule

Volunteer shifts are scheduled weekly; specific days and hours vary by individual thrift store location.