We’ve been paying attention to our nurse friends posts expressing their need for masks and the possibility that they and the medical teams that they work may have to resort to tying bandannas around their nose and mouth due to the shortage of masks. A volunteer found the pattern for the masks and Asha’s leadership quickly knew who to request help from to make them! Asha’s has a group of refugee woman that can sew very well and one mother in particular who has now taught her daughters to sew some alongside of her. We asked the family if they could help us with a project to make masks for the nurses and doctors in need. And of course, they’ve gotten busy right away!

Asha’s Refuge will be collecting the finished masks and taking them to our nurse connections who will then take them to work with them and share them with their coworkers. The masks are made of fabric that has been donated over the years by our community as well as some newer favorite African fabric scraps the family has collected. From what we understand, they can be washed in hot water and soap and reused. This would need to be confirmed with medical professionals. If one has no mask, maybe it’s better than nothing.

Just as I was writing to post this, the families sewing machine has quit and they may need a new one. The mother is working to repair her machine so she and her daughters can continue the sewing project.

Asha’s will be collecting material that can be used for sewing masks as the need for the masks continues. (We may also be looking for a new sewing machine for them, if this one breaks).

It is so wonderful to see how this family is working in partnership with us to give back to our community in need. God never masks His love which seems to always shine through His people during the most difficult of times.

Beginning Monday, March 23, the YMCA will be distributing FREE student meals at all sites previously designated for SCS meals. The YMCA is providing all of the food and coordinating the distribution with its own staff members. The YMCA is a valued partner, and the District is extremely appreciative for this support in such a time of urgent need. Meals are available M-F while schools are closed (through April 3), 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., for all children 18 and under. The child must be present to receive a meal.

YMCA MEAL SITES
The YMCA will distribute FREE meals at these sites M-F while schools are closed (through April 3), 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., to all children 18 and under. The child must be present to receive a meal. Families without internet access can also pickup SCS student learning guides every Monday and Tuesday at all of the sites below while schools are closed. View a map of all locations here .

Other information concerning food banks and restaurants providing food are available at this link:  http://www.scsk12.org/coronavirusfacts/studentmeals



The following list is a list of links to current job postings and their process to apply. This list is current as of March 28, 2020. The list consist of cleaning jobs and warehouse jobs most likely to be desired and suitable for many of our Asha’s clients. Click the link or copy and paste any link below into your internet browser to research or apply.

Updated Jobs as of April 28, 2020:

ABM

Cleaning

https://abm.jobaline.com/ApplyForJob?jobid=228100&utm_source=281&s=14&p=false&pd=20200428055917

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Fedex

Package Handler

https://groundwarehousejobs.fedex.com/groundwarehousejobs/jobs/25736-409546?lang=en-us&Codes=IndSp

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McClane Company

Warehouse

$17 per hour

Must Speak Good English and have warehouse experience, must have forklift license with experience

https://joinmclane.com/memphiswarehouse?utm_source=indeed_memphis_warehouse&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=indeed&utm_content=angel&jobid=24073

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Memphis Mobile Detailing

Assistant Auto Detailer

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=29bcebf9aa61d942

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Surge Staffing

Packer

https://jobboard.surgejobs.com/Jobs/Details/785055?Location=Memphis%20tn&Distance=Fifty&SortBy=Relevance&RowNum=1

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McKesson

Warehouse

https://mckesson.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External_Careers/job/Memphis-TN-USA—4836-Southridge-Blvd-8149/Warehouse-Worker—Forklift-Driver—Full-Time_JR0027653-1?src=JB-10180

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Jobs as of April 17, 2020:

McKesson

Material Handler

https://mckesson.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External_Careers/job/Olive-Branch-MS-USA—8313-Polk-Lane-8106/Material-Handler—Full-Time—TEVA_JR0027518?src=JB-10180

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UPS

Package Handler

https://www.jobs-ups.com/job/-/-/1187/572950?utm_source=indeed.com&utm_campaign=core&utm_content=job_aggregator&utm_medium=sponsored_search/keywords&ss=paid&dclid=CI2awqm17-gCFU8paQodL-IKaA

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Fedex

Material Handler – Part Time /Full Time

https://careers.fedex.com/express/jobs/POSTING-3-218217?lang=en-us&Codes=IndSp

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Sephora

Material Handler – Nights

https://jobs.sephora.com/USA/job/Olive-Branch-Seasonal-Warehouse-Associate-NIGHT-SHIFT-PART-TIME-MS-38654/621784100/?feedId=195900&utm_source=Indeed&jobPipeline=Indeed&sType=Indeed

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Kelly Staffing

Material Handler

https://kelly.secure.force.com/CandidateExperience/CandExpMobileJobDetails?id=a7V2E000000N6SO&rx_campaign=indeed296&rx_group=117936&rx_job=US00AHJT_BH1706455&rx_medium=cpc&rx_r=none&rx_source=Indeed&rx_ts=20200417T100024Z&rx_viewer=2d7ceebc613311ea907d039df40163183d2419163bb44a40b64537a662076f61&source=Indeed&utm_campaign=paid_b2c_always-on&utm_content=indeed_always-on&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=recruitics&sfdcIFrameOrigin=null

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McLane Company

Cleaning -$14 per hour

https://mclaneco.jobs.net/en-US/job/sanitation/J3T0226FN64KF0T48M8

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Extended Stay

Housekeeper and Laundry

https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1218301&d=ESA-Careers&rb=SYMPHONYTALENT&r=5000600868406

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Baptist Hospital

Housekeeper

https://bchs-bmhcc.icims.com/jobs/101487/job?utm_source=indeed_integration&iis=Job+Board&iisn=Indeed&indeed-apply-token=73a2d2b2a8d6d5c0a62696875eaebd669103652d3f0c2cd5445d3e66b1592b0f&mode=job&iis=Indeed.Com&iisn=Indeed.com&mobile=true&width=414&height=774&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-360&jun1offset=-300

Updated Jobs April 8, 2020:

Wal-Mart

Www.walmartcareers.com (all positions)

Www.walmartcareers.com/fcjobs (supply chains)

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Fedex Job 3-225604

Warehouse Worker/Package Handler

Part Time-$13.26 hour with benefits

https://careers.fedex.com/express/jobs/POSTING-3-225604?lang=en-us&Codes=IndSp

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Fedex Job 3-218954

Package Handler/Warehouse

Part Time shift on Tuesday – Sunday with Monday off and another day during the work week to be determined by manager.

Multiple positions are available.

Our part time positions come with great benefits. Hourly rates starting at $13.26 Minimum of 17.5 hours per week guaranteed

https://careers.fedex.com/express/jobs/POSTING-3-218954?lang=en-us&Codes=IndSp

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Kroger

Clerks, stockers, baggers, cleaning

https://jobs.kroger.com/search/?q=&locationsearch=Memphis+tn

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McKesson

Warehouse Worker – Full Time

https://mckesson.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External_Careers/job/Memphis-Metro/Material-Handler—Full-Time—Day-Shift_JR0023100?src=JB-10180

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UPS

Part time warehouse worker 3am-9am

https://www.jobs-ups.com/job/-/-/1187/933271?utm_source=indeed.com&utm_campaign=core&utm_content=job_aggregator&utm_medium=sponsored_search/keywords&ss=paid&dclid=CJTL3cbk2OgCFUUtaQodUqEBEA

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Simos Staffing Agency

Second Shift Package Handler for Essential Business Start ASAP

Warehouse Jobs, picking and packing and other

$10-$11 per hour

Link: apply.simosjobs.com

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https://dhlhires.com/Memphis/

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Smith and Nephew

Packager

https://smithnephew.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Memphis-TN/Packager_R42433?src=JB-10105

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Wilkes Cleaning and Construction

General Cleaner, Approx $80 per day

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=174e32ad9116cb01

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Autozone

Order Puller / Packaging

https://careers.autozone.com/jobs/170000AP?lang=en-us&src=JB-10144&jid=040720&src=JB-10144

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Aramark

Cleaning

https://hourly-aramark.icims.com/jobs/291645/job?mode=job&iis=AppFeeder&iisn=Indeed&mobile=true&width=414&height=774&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-360&jun1offset=-300

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Facilities Performance Group

Industrial Cleaner

HIRING NOW with CRISIS PAY!

Facilities Performance Group LLC a Permanent Employer 

Full & Part Time Positions Available

Starting Pay

M-F $9.50 + $4.00 Temporary Crisis Pay =$13.50

Sat – Sun $ 12.00 + $4.00 Temporary Crisis Pay = $16.00

www.fpg-llc.com

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Updated Jobs April 4, 2020:

UPS Warehouse Worker

Package Handler

Shift: Twilight (3:30 PM – 9:30 PM)

https://www.jobs-ups.com/job/-/-/1187/573479?utm_source=indeed.com&utm_campaign=core&utm_content=job_aggregator&utm_medium=sponsored_search/keywords&ss=paid&dclid=CN6e4YrozugCFRCHaQodtxoFtg

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United States Post Office

Job Posting Period

04/03/2020 – 04/07/2020

This job has an exam requirement. Currently, applicants for this posting who do not yet have an exam score are being

invited to take the exam. Examining will continue until capacity has been reached.

Job Title

PSE MAIL PROCESSING CLERK

Facility Location

MEMPHIS NDC

1921 ELVIS PRESLEY BLVD

MEMPHIS, TN 38136-9997

CONTACT INFORMATION: Thed Thomas | thed.thomas.ii@usps.gov | (901) 947-7572

https://wp1-ext.usps.gov/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_candidate_registration?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9MDA1MDU2QUUwNUUwMUVEQTlEODYyMkIzOUI4NEVBMjA%3d&sap-theme=Custom_tradeshow_2&sap-client=010&sap-language=EN&sap-theme=Custom_tradeshow_2#

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Extended Stay

Laundry Attendant

The typical shift for this position is 11:00pm to 7:00am.

https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1218301&d=ESA-Careers&rb=SYMPHONYTALENT&r=5000596666706

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Updated Jobs March 28, 2020:

Staffline

Employees must be able to work weekends as needed, are expected to begin work the same date as scheduled orientation, and must be present every scheduled day of the first two weeks.

First shift hours are typically from 7am-3:30pm plus weekends and overtime as needed.
Second shift hours are typically from 3pm-11:30pm plus weekends and overtime as needed.

Third shift hours are typically from 11:30pm-7:30am plus weekends and overtime as needed.

*Weekend only positions are also available for all shifts.*

Interested candidates should come to the Staffline branch office ASAP with their steel toe boots and two forms of ID to apply.

2838 Hickory Hill Road
Suite 9
Memphis, TN 38115

Job Type: Temporary

Salary: $11.50 to $12.25 /hour

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ABM Industries

Cleaning

https://abm.jobaline.com/ApplyForJob?jobid=224040&utm_source=281&s=14&p=false&pd=20200328175908

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Extended Stay America

Housekeeping

https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1218301&d=ESA-Careers&rb=INDEED&r=5000596976506

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Penmac

Penmac is looking for experienced Fulfillment Associate II for a client located in Olive Branch, MS. Hours are from 10:30pm to 6:30am, Monday – Friday with mandatory OT and weekend work. Pay is $12 per hour. Please send resumes to memphis@penmac.com and apply online at http://www.penmac.com. Must be able to pass a drug screening and background check. 

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Updated Jobs March 27, 2020:

“Earn money now to support your family. The Tennessee Talent Exchange powered by Jobs4TN will match you with employers in your area who have immediate job openings in the grocery and retail industries. Good paying jobs with flexible hours.” – TN Governor Lee APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/3boqBzK

Updated Jobs March 26, 2020:

Kroger

Stocking, Cleaning, Bagging, Clerks

https://jobs.kroger.com

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Fedex

Part Time Handler/Warehouse (Nights) – $13.26/hr

https://careers.fedex.com/express/jobs/POSTING-3-218227?lang=en-us&Codes=IndSp

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Crown Packaging

Material Handler

DEADLINE:   Apply online no later than 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 27, 2020

http://newton.newtonsoftware.com/career/JobIntroduction.action?clientId=8a3218144b0ab023014b4bb553ed0068&id=8a78839e70e54e8d017112d751195068&source=Indeed%20Free&code=&fromAggregate=false

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Kelly Services is currently seeking Distribution Associates/Order Pickers for a medical manufacturing client in Memphis, TN. These are 12 month temporary, possible temp to hire positions paying $11.75/hr.-$12.30/hr. based on shift with benefits available in the first 30 days.

Candidates should be flexible to shifts as mainly 2nd and 3rd shift needs.

https://kelly.secure.force.com/CandidateExperience/CandExpMobileJobDetails?id=a7V80000000U091&rx_campaign=indeed296&rx_group=117936&rx_job=US41L3MD_BH1426209&rx_medium=cpc&rx_r=none&rx_source=Indeed&rx_ts=20200326T120014Z&rx_viewer=2d7ceebc613311ea907d039df40163183d2419163bb44a40b64537a662076f61&source=Indeed&utm_campaign=paid_b2c_always-on&utm_content=indeed_always-on&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=recruitics&sfdcIFrameOrigin=null

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XPO Logistics

Material Handler

https://jobs.xpo.com/job/Olive-Branch-Material-Handler-MS-38654/642612900/?jobPipeline=Indeed

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Fedex

Sanitation Worker 1st shift

Cleaning

https://careers.fedex.com/supplychain/jobs/29073?lang=en-us&Codes=IndSp

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HHS

Hospital Housekeeping

https://prd01-hcm01.prd.mykronos.com/ta/6124776.careers?rnd=TRP&ShowJob=1812207484&sourceId=3428d6a4-6b7f-49b0-a17f-575aedd95d0f

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Extended Stay

Guest Laundry Night Position

https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=1218301&d=ESA-Careers&rb=INDEED&r=5000595266806

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Methodist Hospitals

Cleaning Attendant 3rd Shift

https://jobs.methodisthealth.org/job/Memphis-Attendant-EVS%2C-FT-3rd-shift-11p-730a%2C-hol&wknd-rotation-North-Job-TN-37501/641427300/?feedId=197800&utm_source=Indeed&utm_campaign=Methodist_Indeed

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Updated Jobs March 22, 2020:

Mckesson

Cleaning/Janitorial

Olive Branch, MS

$12.33 per hour

Full Time

Night Shift

For help or questions to apply, Call us at: (877) 337-0059, or visit link here:

https://mckesson.talentify.io/job/janitor-full-time-night-shift-olive-branch-ms-mckesson-olivebranch3-1?utm_source=&utm_source=jooble&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=jooble

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Homewood Suites by Hilton

5811 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, 38119

Full Time

House Person

Cleaning

https://hcareers.com/jobs/houseperson-homewood-suites-memphispoplar-561488

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Shelby County Schools Janitor

Aramark

https://hourly-aramark.icims.com/jobs/291461/job?mode=job&iis=AppFeeder&iisn=Indeed&mobile=true&width=414&height=774&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-360&jun1offset=-300

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Bartlett City Schools – Cleaning

ABM Industries

https://abm.jobaline.com/ApplyForJob?jobid=209370&utm_source=281&s=14&p=false&pd=20200322115916

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Regional One Healthcare

Hospital EVS – Cleaning

https://pm.healthcaresource.com/CS/rmcm/?source=Indeed.com#/job/3016?source=Indeed

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Kimco Janitorial

$10 per hour

https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=2167301&d=KIMCOExternalCareerSite&rb=INDEED&r=5000591137606

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Service Master

Service Partner/Janitor/Custodian

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=4fcc2a1a41546df7

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University of TN Health Science Center

Facilities Grounds Custodian-Custodial Services

$15 per hour

Outdoors grounds (may require heavy lifting)

Drives Facility Vehicle – Needs Drivers License and Some English

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=ada7183fbffbfd7b

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Millinea Housing Management

Cleaning

Custodian

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=992a45c177642926

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Southwest Tennessee Community College

Temporary Help: Custodian

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=4dcf6e5a8c61b128

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Eco Clean

Housekeeper

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=3b5a89ecf7c349bc

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Planet Fitness

Overnight Member Services Rep + Custodian

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=d8c5cd9f95db84df

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Kellermeyer Bergensons Services

Janitorial Crew Member – Memphis, TN

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=192f5cef1958b9e8

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Orpheum

Housekeeper

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=fcdf31b91e4f2629

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Bass Pro Shops

Housekeeper

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=8c543f02b10d09bc

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Nike

Warehouse Picker Packer I

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=985eb2b93aaa79d5

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Adecco

Warehouse Packer Jobs

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=40249d4a97632632

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Fedex

Warehouse Shipping

Address: 555 Compress Drive

City: Memphis

State: Tennessee

Zip Code: 38106

Domicile Location: P381

Additional Location Information: WEEKENDS REQUIRED

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=de453b0d9d1ece46

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UPS

Warehouse Worker – Package Handler

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=93edcbe02ee1f5b8

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Fedex

Warehouse Worker 1st shift 10am-6:30pm

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=5663e6d203cd76cc

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Randstad

Arlington, TN

Picker/Packer Job Available to work ASAP!!!

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=ef82b68660675f5d

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Fedex

Olive Branch, MS

Warehouse Worker – 330pm-12mid

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=a42140c3ceca2a52

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Banyon

Forklift Operator and Warehouse Help

Warehouse Associate

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=8ba6a50b59ebc5ec

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Prologistix

$9 per hour

Schedule is M – F, 7am – 8pm. Weekends may be required.

Picker/Packer Shelby ProLogistix (SCJ)

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=cdecaf17d93df88a

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McKesson

Material Handler

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=1127f5984f38f44a

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Baxter Healthcare

Material Handler – 1st Shift

http://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appshareios&jk=c66c2171a8a6aad9

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Smith and Nephew

Distribution Associate

https://smithnephew.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Memphis-TN/Distribution-Associate-I_R41031?src=JB-10105

In view of the current medical situation, the Asha’s Refuge leadership team has been praying while consulting available resources to make decisions that demonstrate our boldness of faith in Jesus as we also respectfully respond to our community of needs. Starting Tuesday, March 24, our office will be open to serve clients by appointment as usual.  The Next Generation High School Education Program will continue as scheduled.   We have determined, however, that it is best for us to close our American Life and Language classes, Kindergarten Readiness class, and Citizenship class for the remainder of this school year. Clients may call our office to make appointments for individual tutoring for Citizenship but are also encouraged to use resources online to study for any upcoming Naturalization test.  We feel it is our responsibility to help reduce the exposure of illness to our most vulnerable clients. We are looking at options for small group summer activities and classes, so please watch for more news to come. Asha’s Refuge will still need your help to tutor and mentor clients one on one which we feel also aligns with our desire to become even more relational and intentional with our services.  Please let us know if you would like to be on a list for individual client services.

Please be patient with us regarding our upcoming Taste of the Nations luncheon.  Unfortunately, we are postponing the April 23 luncheon to a date forward but yet to be determined.  We need your attendance, so please be watchful for the new date.  The extra time before the event will allow us to better plan for it, so please watch for details about ways to be involved.  The open house luncheon was also a fundraiser for Asha’s set during a spring season when our typical organizational funding seems to run low.  Financial uncertainties during this time can truly challenge our families which will greatly affect nonprofits, churches and small businesses. Asha’s Refuge will continue to assist a very vulnerable population of people in our city.  Please prayerfully and faithfully continue your regular giving while also considering if God has blessed you to give over and above your normal giving to help in any area that the nonprofit may have a lacking.  Asha’s will work with a much smaller staff and volunteer team to do very similar amounts of work in our community. You can give through this link: Pushpay or via Paypal.

As always, our desire is to respond to God’s call to love our neighbor as ourselves by living and sharing the hope that we have in our sovereign God through Jesus Christ and the work He did on the cross to redeem us.  How could we possibly back down from helping them now?  This is a time when our clients may need us the most.  It is NOT time to be fearful and take a break from the world, rather it is a time to “be still” in Christ while also individually running to the world with courage and boldness to tell them about the love, healing and hope message we have found in Jesus.  We have even more of a chance to be intentional with our family and neighbors.  We encourage very small group and two by two meetings with others during this time.  We also encourage you to use technology for good, share your faith, daily lift up others, share positive stories and give God the glory.  Let’s saturate the world around us for the sake of Jesus.

We are monitoring our phones, messages and Facebook page. Please reach out to us to share updates, prayer requests, comments, or other information you want us to be aware of.   Please contact us at serve@ashasrefuge.org if you’d like to help or have questions.  You may also contact us at 901-500-9200.

Executive Director,

Jamie Jones

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“Be still and know that I am God.  I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”  -Psalm 46:10

“When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” -Luke 21:28

“But make up your mind not to worry beforehand how you will defend yourselves.  For I will give you the words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.”  -Luke 21:14-15

“Then he said to them, ‘Watch out!  Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.’”  – Luke 12:15

“And do not set your heart on what you will eat or drink; do not worry about it.  For the pagan world runs after such things, and your Father knows that yu need them.  But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.  Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” -Luke 12:29-32

Our Next Generation Students have experienced the difficulty of living in the refugee camps around the world and are given the awesome opportunity to see God’s glory through their chance for success in America. Most of these students are at a point in their life where they are praising God for delivering them. These students once were hungry and thirsty so they recognize the need in the community and the sovereignty of God in deliverance. Help these students give back to their community by purchasing one of these navy blue t-shirts for $20. Much like the people in Psalm they are seeing God’s everlasting love in their community and are ready to give back! Click here:https://pushpay.com/g/ashasrefuge?campusId= and select Next Generation for your donation. If you’d like your shirt to be mailed, please add $5 for mailing. Please message Madison@ashasrefuge.org to specify the size you want,and include mailing address if applicable. Shirts are available in adult small-XL, and youth large and XL.

Go, inspect the city of Jerusalem.

Walk around and count the many towers.

Take note of the fortified walls,

and tour all the citadels,

that you may describe them

to future generations.

For that is what God is like.

He is our God forever and ever,

and he will guide us until we die.

Psalm 48:12-14

Classes:  Asha’s Refuge Tuesday and Thursday Conversational English Classes as well as all our regular services will resume Tuesday, February 4th, 2020 at 10:00am.  Our Next Generation High School Education Program will begin on this day as well meeting Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (application and registration for the 2020/2021 year is now closed; class is full).  US Naturalization Classes should begin again on Thursday, February 5th, 2020, registration is currently open.  Enrollment is required for all classes, please contact us at 901-500-9200 to enroll.

Office Hours, Next Gen, Family and Immigration Services:  These services will also resume February 4th at our new location.  Ongoing family services through our office helpers were never paused because of the move.  Families can always contact us at 901-500-9200 for help and services as needed.  Our staff and advocates have been available to help where we can throughout the holidays and class time paused during the move.  Our office hours are 9am to 2pm Tuesday – Friday and some Saturdays if appointments are needed.  Clients can contact the office at 901-500-9200 Monday – Sunday, 24hrs for emergency situations only, leave a message and we will work to help as we are able.  Our phones are checked regularly for messages.  All clients are always encouraged to call us to make an appointment so that we can be sure to be available.

Asha’s Refuge has moved over the holiday and New Year weeks.  We are now more conveniently located for most of our clients.  The address to First Baptist Church where we will share building space is below.  Please be sure to call or text us if you are in the parking lot the first few weeks of coming until our Poplar side entrance is ready for use.  Please DO NOT buzz the church office, but call or text us instead so we can let you in.  Once our Poplar side entrance is ready for use, we will let you know and at that time you should be able to buzz the Poplar door and we can let you in.  We highly encourage you to please make an appointment as our schedule varies for various employees and if you’d like to see someone in particular, it is important for you to make an appointment.

Transportation: If you are within walking distance to the new location (200 East Parkway North, 3rd floor of First Baptist Church, Memphis, TN  38112) we highly encourage you to walk to the building.  Otherwise, we ask that you work out your own transportation to and from our building if you have an appointment.  If you need transportation help outside of our regular Tuesday and Thursday classes, you must check with us to see if we have drivers to help.  Tuesday and Thursday morning classes we will provide van transportation to and from class for SOME apartment complexes when students group together to wait at apartment mailboxes or near the office and are on time at 9:30am.