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About the Position
Position: 2828 - Volunteer Drivers
Organization: Good Neighbour Project
Location: Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Virtual
Goal

The Good Neighbour Project (GNP) started on March 14, 2020 in response to how seniors and persons with disabilities or residents otherwise classified as 'vulnerable' (immununecompromised, 'self-isolated'/quarantined, pregnant persons, single parents), plus 'essential service' workers, were unable to access groceries when the pandemic first started. We offer a delivery system coordinated through our hotlines as well as support for organizations, food banks and community centres that work with vulnerable people. HIGH DEMAND for 'Volunteer Drivers' has continued into a modified 'Stage 2' for the communities in Peel region (and Toronto). The GNP appeals to you to get engaged within your local community in a very meaningful 'role' that has DIRECT IMPACT. See 'Description', above, for details. DON'T DELAY. APPLY NOW! ​
Description

  1. You will be assigned a resident in need, who ideally lives in your neighbourhood, by the GNP (after 'Training' - see below)
  2. After contacting your assigned resident, you will shop with the list provided to you, according to a mutually arranged schedule
  3. 'Contactless Delivery' will be arranged to your assignee's residence
  4. You will account to your assignee re. puchases made, and reimbursement (as set up) will follow
  5. Reporting, as requested, will be made to the GNP
  6. Additional assignments may be made, provided that you are available. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY, as the COVID-19 Emergency continues. Clients with volunteer profiles within Volunteer MBC's Referral System should click the yellow box 'Apply Now!' (above/below) to indicate (register) your interest in this volunteering opportunity. WHEN YOU CLICK 'Apply Now!', you also will gain immediate access to the GNP online volunteer application form. IF you do not have a volunteer 'profile' with Volunteer MBC, create one!
Benefits

  • There is no finer gesture than volunteering to come to the aid of a person in need during a community crisis
  • Chance to get out of the house
  • Volunteer with a dedicated team of volunteers and staff who believe in the GNP cause
  • Immense personal satisfaction that your contribution will make a DIRECT IMPACT where it COUNTS MOST!
Qualifications

  • Valid Class 'G' Ontario Driver's Licence
  • Access to a reliable motor vehicle, insured in compliance with Ontario law
  • Good oral English (fluency in additional language(s) welcome)
  • Access to the Internet and a reliable phone
  • Able to commit for up to 3 MONTHS, plus abide by agreed schedule and keep appointments
  • Walking (stairs)/light carrying
  • Ability to keep track of shopping purchases and account for these to your assigned resident and the GNP
  • STRICT ADHERENCE to COVID-19 health and safety procedures (PPE - Bring your own mask, gloves (if you prefer), etc.) *** SCREENING of volunteer applications will be remote (tel/email, etc.)

Min Age: 18   
Police Check: Not required   
Resume: Not required   
Driver's Licence: Not required

Time Commitment
This is a Short Term (3 months or less) commitment starting 2020-10-13
Shifts are available Anytime

FLEXIBLE (Weedays/Weekends): To be mutually arranged with the GNP, which will assign resident(s). The volunteer then will contact the resident to set up a 'contactless delivery' schedule.
Training

'Virtual' (remote), online, with focus on COVID-19 Emergency health and safety procedures, including 'contactless delivery' As part of this training, the volunteer will be briefed on purchase/reimbursement procedures
More Details
Areas of Interest: Crisis, Distress & Emergency Response, Customer Service, Food Services, Senior Support, Transportation, Multilingual
Accessibility: Unknown
Ideal for: Individuals
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