Store Warehouse Specialist II

Title: Store Warehouse Specialist II

State Role Title: Store & Warehouse Spec II

Hiring Range: $35,012 to $45,000

Pay Band: 2

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Location: Western State Hospital
103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Who We Are
Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs.

WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.

Position Overview:
Western State Hospital is seeking a full time Store Warehouse Specialist II/Storekeeper to maintain a clothing store for 250+ clients at Western State Hospital and improve the quality of life for Western State Hospital clients by providing teachable experience in retail shopping/work while fostering a sense of pride in appearance.

Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain Clothes aRe Us store (with appropriate clothing for 250+ clients), staging room and Volunteer Services designated area in Materials Management
- Create/maintain a retail store atmosphere for clients
- Receive, process and document all donations promptly
- Ensure that all necessary steps are taken to efficiently process donated items within 2 days of receipt
- Tasks include inspecting clothing and other items for any damages or stains, sorting them by type or size, and labeling/storing the items accordingly
- Complete clothing request and distribute within two days of receiving
- Maintain daily list of clothing distributions (client's name, ward and amount of clothing issued)
- Prepare discharge items as requested by Director of Volunteer Services within appropriate time frame for client discharge date
- Prepare reports and distribute to Volunteer Services Director as needed

Benefits Include:
- Retirement with cash match
- Paid time off, sick time, family/personal time, and community service time
- Health, vison, and dental insurance
- Life insurance

Minimum Qualifications

- Valid Virginia Driver's license
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact with diverse individuals
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong organizational skills & positive attitude
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Ability to lift and move items

Additional Considerations

- High school diploma or equivalent
- College courses in recreation or related fields
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation activities
- Bilingual
- Veteran or veteran spouse

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.