Ulster County Habitat for Humanity

In partnership with RUPCO, the City of Kingston has launched a Rental Assistance Program, which will provide up to three months rental arrears for low and moder...ate income families. Applicants must be able to document a direct impact by COVID-19 by a reduction or loss of income. Assistance will be prioritized for families and for households earning 60% area median income (AMI) or less. The Kingston Rental Assistance Program anticipates serving between 20-25 households with a maximum assistance cap of $3,000 for each household. Payments will be made directly to landlords for rental arrears and assistance can’t exceed base rent amount in lease. Anticipating a high demand for rental assistance, RUPCO will complete a lottery to determine who receives assistance. Application eligibility: Must be a current renter residing in the City of Kingston Those earning at or below 60% AMI will be prioritized. Proof of loss/reduction of income related to Covid is required A lease or rental agreement is required Applications will be accepted beginning Tuesday, December 1, 2020 and ending Thursday, December 31, 2020. Starting on December 1, application forms will be available at: https://rupco.org/city-of-kingston-covid-19-rental-assista/. Paper copies will be available in RUPCO’s lobby at 289 Fair Street. All applicants and landlords will be notified by Thursday, January 14, 2021. Those selected will be required to supply additional landlord documentation by Monday, January 25, 2021 before funding will be issued. Funding for the Rental Assistance Program comes from the Community Development Block Grant Program’s Coronavirus Response Grants (CDBG-CV), a part of the Federal Government’s CARES Act. Additional funding may be available for a second round of rental assistance, at which time those on the waitlist will be contacted and served in lottery order.

Effective immediately, drop off donations for the ReStore will only be accepted Thursday - Saturday, 11am-3pm. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

RESTORE DONATIONS AMBASSADOR SUMMARY: The Donations Ambassador is responsible for the pick-up of merchandise from donors, safely packing the merchandise in the ReStore truck, returning to ReStore and unloading merchandise, accepting donations from donors at the ReStore, pricing items and stocking the floor, and providing excellent mission based information and customer service to donors, shoppers, and the community.... This position will require a Tuesday through Saturday work week. WORK PERFORMED OR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Ability to drive and operate a manual 20 ft. box truck safely (will train) Document merchandise donated for donors Provide excellent customer/donor service Load and pack materials to minimize damage Screen and examine each donation on site Coordinate donation receipts upon return Lead in proper loading and unloading of donated materials Operate the cash register Ensure that all areas of the store/warehouse are safe, clean, and organized REQUIREMENTS: A strong belief in the organization’s mission, goals and accomplishments Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both internally and externally Excellent customer service etiquette and attitude Valid NYS Driver’s License (you will need to produce a DMV abstract) Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, continuously Ability to work independently and follow instructions Team player with a good attitude intent on helping others and the community. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, carry, go up and down flights of stairs, as well as pulling and reaching to obtain stock and/or acquire merchandise for sale. Position requires the ability to frequently lift products/supplies, up to 50 lbs. The job operates both on the road in donor’s homes and in a retail/warehouse environment and can require operating equipment such as ladders, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment. Driving from pick up locations to drop off location is required and outside conditions that can include heat, humidity, and cold. Job Type: Full-time, Tuesday -Saturday 9a-5p Pay: $15.00 per hour Experience: moving delivery and pick up heavy lifting material handling: 2 years (Required) Work Location: On the road, and in the ReStore Job Types: Full-time Pay: $15.00 per hour How to apply: Send your resume to [email protected] (Calls will not be accepted) COVID-19 considerations: To keep our staff as safe as possible, we’ve installed clear plexiglass barriers, provided masks, gloves and hand sanitizer, and maintain a regular disinfection schedule.

Thank you so much to BOCES Electrical crew for donating their time today at house # 3 in Saugerties! #ulstercountyhabitatforhumanity #affordablehousing #ulsterboces #build #strength #community

Happy Election Day! Get out there and vote, and we’ll see you at the polls! #ulstercountyhabitatforhumanity #ulstercounty #vote #gotv #GetOutTheVote